Guest vs Registered Uploads on Khelix: What’s the Difference?

Khelix makes image hosting fast, free, and accessible to everyone — whether you’re a casual user uploading once or a regular content creator managing dozens of files. But not all upload options are created equal.

In this post, we’ll explain the key differences between guest uploads and registered user uploads on Khelix, and help you decide which option best suits your needs.

🚀 Uploading Without an Account: Guest Mode

Guest uploading is the simplest way to use Khelix. It requires no sign-up, no login, and no setup — just drag, drop, and share.

Guest Upload Features:

  • No account required

  • Max file size: 5 MB per image

  • Storage limit: 100 MB total per guest session

  • File duration: 7 days before automatic deletion

  • No file management dashboard

  • Password protection available

Guest uploads are perfect for quick sharing, memes, or temporary image needs — like sending screenshots, posting to forums, or submitting forms.

But there are clear limits.

You can’t delete or edit uploaded files later. You can’t access them after 7 days. And you have no upload history. Once uploaded, that’s it.

🔐 Registering for Free: Unlock Advanced Features

Creating a free Khelix account gives you persistent storage and full image management control. It’s ideal for professionals, bloggers, social media managers, or anyone uploading often.

Registered User Features:

  • Max file size: 50 MB per image

  • Storage limit: 1 GB total

  • File duration: Unlimited (until deleted)

  • Full dashboard access

  • Delete or replace images anytime

  • Search uploads by name or date

  • Password protection

  • No expiration

Once signed in, you’ll see a dashboard that organizes your images, shows your storage usage, and gives you control over your uploads.

It also lets you update direct links, embed codes, and metadata — all from one place.

📊 Side-by-Side Comparison

FeatureGuest UploadRegistered UploadAccount Required❌ No✅ YesMax File Size5 MB50 MBTotal Storage Limit100 MB1 GBFile Expiry7 DaysNever (unless deleted)File Management❌ No✅ Full DashboardSearch & Sort Files❌ No✅ YesPassword Protection✅ Yes✅ Yes

 

🧠 Which Should You Choose?

Here’s a quick way to decide:

  • Use Guest Uploads if you're uploading something once, don’t care about managing it later, and need a fast, free option.

  • Use Registered Uploads if you:

    • Want to delete or replace images later

    • Need longer storage duration

    • Upload often and want to stay organized

    • Care about branding or SEO (filename control)

Most users find that signing up — which takes less than a minute — is worth it for the control and storage it unlocks.

🔚 Final Thoughts

Khelix was built to serve everyone — from the casual visitor to the daily uploader. Guest mode offers instant, no-strings-attached hosting. But if you value flexibility, permanence, and control, creating a free account opens the door to powerful file management tools.

Choose the option that best matches your workflow — and know you can always upgrade later if needed.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I have to verify my email to register?

Yes, email verification is required to activate your account and protect your uploads.

2. Can I turn a guest upload into a registered one later?

No. Guest uploads are not linked to any account and cannot be recovered or transferred.

3. Can I manage guest uploads after uploading?

No. Once uploaded as a guest, you can’t delete or rename the file.

4. Do registered uploads last forever?

Yes. as long as you don’t delete them and stay within the 1 GB storage limit.

5. Is there a cost to register?

No. Registration is completely free and unlocks all core features.