Free file transfer for genomics and research
Move genomic sequences, clinical trial data, and research files between labs, CROs, and collaborators. HIPAA/GDPR-friendly architecture. No per-GB fees. E2E encrypted. 43 MCP tools for AI-powered lab automation.
The Research Data Pipeline
From sequencer to publication, Handrive handles data movement at every stage.
Every handoff is free, encrypted, and direct — no cloud middleman.
Built for Every Role in the Lab
From genomics cores to CRO partnerships, Handrive handles the unique challenges of life science data transfer.
Genomics Lab
Challenge: WGS files (100-300GB per sample) = massive transfer costs
Handrive: Free P2P at any scale — no per-GB fees
Clinical Trials
Challenge: HIPAA/GDPR compliance concerns with cloud services
Handrive: E2E encrypted, data never touches third-party servers
Biotech R&D
Challenge: Sharing IP-sensitive data with CROs securely
Handrive: Direct P2P = zero exposure, NDA-safe transfer
Microscopy Core
Challenge: Large OME-TIFF/CZI files slow down collaboration
Handrive: Any format, any size — no compression needed
Research IT
Challenge: Managing HPC/cluster file transfers at scale
Handrive: Headless mode + REST API for automation
CRO Partner
Challenge: Secure cross-organization data exchange
Handrive: Role-based permissions with audit-friendly logs
Any Format, Any Size
Life science generates some of the largest files in any industry. Handrive transfers them all — no compression, no chunking, no format conversion needed.
- 100-300GB per WGS sample — no problem
- Multi-terabyte imaging datasets
- Preserve file integrity with checksums
- Resumable transfers on interruption
AI-Powered Lab Automation
43 MCP tools let AI agents automate the entire data lifecycle — from sequencer output to collaborator delivery.
- 43 MCP tools for Claude and other AI agents
- REST API for LIMS integration
- Automated workflows triggered by new data
- Programmatic share creation and monitoring
- Integration with Nextflow, Snakemake, Galaxy
HIPAA/GDPR-Friendly Architecture
Patient data and proprietary research can't afford cloud exposure. Handrive's architecture eliminates the compliance risk of cloud relay — your data never lands on third-party servers.
- Direct P2P — data bypasses cloud servers entirely
- End-to-end encrypted — only sender and receiver can read
- No data residency risk — files stay in your control
- Audit-friendly transfer logs for compliance
Cloud Relay vs Direct P2P
Cloud relay services
Data uploaded to cloud → stored on third-party servers → downloaded by recipient. Patient data sits on someone else's infrastructure.
Handrive (direct P2P)
Data transfers directly between endpoints. Zero third-party exposure. E2E encrypted. HIPAA/GDPR-friendly by design.
HPC & Cluster Integration
P2P requires both endpoints online. Run Handrive in headless mode on your HPC cluster or lab server for 24/7 availability — your data is always accessible without cloud dependency.
- →Runs on any Linux server (x64 and ARM64)
- →Deploy alongside HPC job schedulers (SLURM, PBS)
- →REST API for pipeline integration
- →AI agents automate data movement 24/7
The Cost of Moving Genomic Data
At genomics scale, per-GB pricing adds up fast. A single whole genome sequence can cost $27-75 to transfer. Handrive eliminates it entirely.
| Tool | Pricing Model | Cost Example | Handrive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise Transfer Tool | Enterprise license | $15,000-50,000+/yr | Free |
| Pay-Per-GB Service | Pay-per-GB ($0.25/GB) | $75 per 300GB genome | Free |
| AWS S3 Egress | Egress fees ($0.09/GB) | $27 per 300GB genome | Free |
| Cloud Storage | Per-seat subscription | $20-35/user/mo | Free |
When to Use Handrive
Best For
- ✓ Research labs transferring genomic data
- ✓ Biotech sharing data with CROs
- ✓ Clinical trials requiring audit-friendly transfer
- ✓ Microscopy cores with large imaging datasets
- ✓ Teams with HPC/compute infrastructure
- ✓ Anyone tired of per-GB transfer fees
Why Certifications Don't Apply
HIPAA BAAs and compliance certifications exist for services that store your data. Handrive doesn't.
- ✓ No data on our servers = nothing to certify
- ✓ Direct P2P = no third-party data handling
- ✓ E2E encrypted = we can't read your data anyway
Traditional compliance frameworks were designed for cloud storage. P2P architecture makes them obsolete — your data never leaves your control.
Stop paying per-GB for genomic data
Download Handrive for free. Transfer genomic sequences, clinical trial data, and research files. E2E encrypted. HIPAA-friendly. Zero cost.