Getting Started with GDShine
Complete beginner guide from account creation to your first share link in under 5 minutes.
What you'll learn
Create your free account
Head to the sign-up page. You have two options:
- Sign in with Google — fastest option, one click
- Email & password — if you prefer a separate account
Both options give you the same features. Google sign-in is recommended because it also makes connecting your Drive easier later.
Explore your dashboard
After signing in, you land on your Dashboard. This is your home base. Here's what you see:
- Welcome card with your avatar and role badge
- Quota status showing daily downloads remaining
- Quick stats — your files, shares, and recent activity
- Quick actions to jump into sharing or managing drives
Share your first file
Click Share in the navbar or go to /share.
In the URL field, paste any Google Drive file link. It can look like:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a2B3c.../viewClick Generate Share Link. Within seconds, you'll get:
- An encrypted share URL (hides your file ID)
- A QR code for mobile sharing
- A short URL you can post on social media
Copy and share the link wherever you want. That's it!
Track your shares
Every file you share is tracked. Visit My Files to see:
- Total downloads for each file
- Last download timestamp
- Active share links
Need to revoke a link? Click the delete icon next to any share token. The file stays safe in your Drive — only the link dies.
Understand your quota
Free accounts get 50 downloads per day. This applies to files you share — not files you download.
The quota resets at midnight UTC. If you need more, check the Pricing page:
- Pro: 500/day for $9/month
- Contributor: Unlimited for $19/month
You're done!
You've completed all 5 steps. Questions? Reach out to support.