SendSpace employs several standard industry defenses, though their efficacy varies.

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SendSpace scans for known viruses, but (new, unknown malware) can slip through.

Files on SendSpace are at rest (only in transit via HTTPS). The company states they can access files if required by law enforcement. For sensitive documents (contracts, medical records, financial data), this is a concern.