Current Version: v3.1.0

Updates & Changelog

Track new features and improvements to 25cent.cloud

v3.1.0

Latest
February 28, 2026

New Platform Services

  • Remote Support - Browser-based remote desktop sessions with built-in chat, file transfer, voice calls, and session recording. No software to install — just share a link. 1 quarter/hour
  • Temporary Email - Create disposable business-grade inboxes with full send/receive, forwarding rules, webhook notifications, and auto-expiration. 1 quarter/inbox
  • Temporary Databases - Spin up PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, or MySQL instances on demand with pre-loaded templates, connection strings, and auto-backup. 1 quarter/hour
  • Secure Meetings - Zero-install WebRTC video conferencing with screen sharing, chat, recording, and virtual backgrounds. End-to-end encrypted. 1 quarter/participant-hour

Security & Billing

  • Per-Service Billing - Each platform service has its own billing model with usage tracking, invoices, and volume discount support
  • End-to-End Encryption - Secure Meetings use WebRTC with SRTP/DTLS encryption for all audio and video streams
  • Session Isolation - Remote Support and Meeting sessions are fully isolated with unique tokens and auto-cleanup on disconnect
  • Data Auto-Purge - Temporary email and database content is permanently deleted when sessions expire — zero residual data

Platform Improvements

  • 4 New Service Modules - Remote Support, Temp Email, Temp Database, and Secure Meetings added as modular route handlers
  • 50+ New Integration Tests - Full test coverage for all new services across billing, lifecycle, and edge cases
  • API Expansion - 30+ new API endpoints for platform services, bringing the total to 120+ endpoints
  • Volume Discount Engine - Enterprise-ready pricing tiers with automatic discount application for bulk usage

v3.0.0

Major Release
February 23, 2026

Major New Features

  • Web Tunnels - Expose your localhost to the internet instantly. No agents, no installs, no port forwarding. Powered by Cloudflare for security and redundancy. Just 1 quarter/hour
  • API Key System - Generate personal API keys to integrate 25cent.cloud into your own apps, scripts, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Credit System & Billing - Full billing dashboard with purchase history, invoices, promo codes, and refund requests via Stripe
  • File Processing Pipeline - Automatic thumbnail generation, MIME detection, image optimization, and virus scanning for all uploads
  • Notification Center - In-app notifications for downloads, expirations, billing events, and system announcements
  • Admin Dashboard - Complete admin panel with user management, revenue analytics, processing stats, and system health monitoring
  • Background Jobs Engine - Automated cleanup of expired files, stale sessions, orphaned records, and scheduled maintenance tasks

Security & Infrastructure

  • Security Hardening - Helmet headers, strict CORS policies, rate limiting on all endpoints, and input validation with express-validator
  • Account Freeze & Suspend - Admin tools to freeze or suspend accounts for abuse prevention with automatic API blocking
  • Server-Side Pricing Engine - All pricing calculated server-side to prevent client manipulation. Tamper-proof cost verification
  • Cloudflare Integration - Full Cloudflare proxy for DDoS protection, SSL termination, caching, and global CDN delivery

Platform Architecture

  • Complete Backend Rewrite - Modularized from a single 9,400-line file into 23+ route modules and 11 service layers
  • 93+ API Endpoints - Comprehensive REST API covering uploads, billing, admin, tunnels, notifications, and more
  • 300+ Automated Tests - Full test suite across 10 phases plus 50 integration tests ensuring platform reliability
  • PostgreSQL with 30+ Tables - Robust relational database with foreign keys, indexes, and transaction support

v1.3.3

Bug Fix
January 23, 2026

Bug Fixes

  • Custom URL Feature - Fixed toggle handler so Custom URL input field now displays properly when enabled
  • Custom URL Validation - Added real-time slug availability checking with API validation
  • Toast Notifications - Fixed dark theme contrast - toasts now use proper dark background with readable text

New Features

  • TinyURL Short Links - Get random 6-character short links like 25cent.cloud/s/abc123 for just 1 quarter

v1.3.2

Bug Fix
January 23, 2026

Bug Fixes

  • Dashboard Modal Styling - Added missing CSS styles for email share and extend modals
  • Dashboard Extend Modal - Fixed + button to add more time/clicks now properly opens the extend modal
  • Upload Password Field - Fixed password protection toggle to correctly show the password input field
  • Global Dashboard Access - Fixed JavaScript scoping issue preventing dashboard actions from working

New Features

  • Custom Vanity URLs - Create memorable short links like 25cent.cloud/s/my-link for just 1 quarter

v1.3.0

Feature Release
January 23, 2026

New Features

  • Lottery & Raffle Events - Launch viral marketing campaigns with instant-win lotteries ($1/100 clicks) and tiered pro raffles ($5/250 clicks)
  • Lead Generation Tools - Collect emails through engaging lottery and raffle experiences with automatic winner selection
  • Custom Branding - New cloud logo and tagline "Upload. Share. Burn. Repeat." across all pages
  • February Promo Banner - Dynamic promotional banner with shimmer animation for special offers
  • External Redirect Warnings - Safety modal with opt-out for redirects and link chains

v1.2.0

Feature Release
January 15, 2026

New Features

  • Advanced Upload Options - Screen wipe, scheduling, hidden sender, and link chaining features
  • Geo-IP Analytics - Track viewer locations with detailed geographic insights and interactive maps
  • Password Protection - Secure your uploads with password-protected access
  • Click Limits - Set maximum view counts for ephemeral content
  • Upload Page Redesign - Colorful feature icons and improved user experience

v1.1.0

Feature Release
January 8, 2026

New Features

  • Pricing Tiers - Introduced Free, Lottery ($1), Pro ($5), and Golden Ticket ($10) tiers
  • User Dashboard - Comprehensive dashboard for managing uploads and viewing analytics
  • Account Management - Full account settings with profile customization
  • Site Statistics - Real-time platform statistics on homepage
  • News Feed Widget - Dynamic site news and updates carousel
  • System Status Panel - Live system health monitoring display

v1.0.0

Initial Release
January 1, 2026

Launch Features

  • Ephemeral File Hosting - Temporary file storage with automatic deletion
  • Free Tier - Upload files up to 10MB for free with basic options
  • Custom Duration - Set expiration from 1 hour to 30 days
  • Instant Sharing - Generate unique shareable links instantly
  • Secure Storage - Encrypted file storage with UUID-based access
  • Responsive Design - Mobile-friendly interface across all devices
  • Dark Theme - Modern dark UI with cyan accent colors

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