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Dump Truck to be discontinued for all Usenet accounts


As of December 19, 2015, Golden Frog’s secure online storage product, Dump Truck, will be discontinued. This means we will be removing Dump Truck from all of our Usenet accounts since the service is going away. Please visit the Golden Frog Blog to learn more on why Golden Frog is discontinuing their Dump Truck product.

What do I do with files currently stored on Dump Truck?

If you’re currently using Dump Truck, you’ll need to transfer your files out of the program prior to December 19. You can transfer your files off Dump Truck quickly and easily by using the Dump Truck apps, or by using a third-party WebDAV app.

Still have questions?

If you have additional questions or need any help transferring your files, please contact support.

How Does Heartbleed Affect Giganews Customers?

With the recent announcement of the Heartbleed Bug, many customers have asked if Giganews’ services were affected and whether customers need to take any action. Rest assured all Giganews services are currently safe from the Heartbleed Bug. VyprVPN and the Giganews website have not ever used SSL libraries vulnerable to the TLS heartbeat exploit. Golden Frog patched Dump Truck’s SSL libraries on April 8, 2014, and new SSL keys for the service were generated and deployed successfully. However, due to the nature of the bug, we still recommend all customers change their password, especially if you have used Dump Truck. Change your password »

Are Giganews Customers using VyprVPN Apps Safe from the Heartbleed Bug?

Golden Frog’s apps use OpenSSL 1.0.1e, which is vulnerable to the Heartbleed Bug, for OpenVPN connections. However, even though the apps use a vulnerable version of OpenSSL, customer information is not at risk. To be compromised, the apps would need to connect to servers that send malicious heartbeat packets. VyprVPN apps only connect to VyprVPN servers, which do not send malicious packets. Even if the VyprVPN apps were somehow tricked into establishing a connection with a malicious server, the apps do not possess any information they are not already sending to the server. There is nothing a malicious server could gather from the client that it wouldn’t receive anyway.

Golden Frog will be preparing updated versions of the apps that use non-vulnerable versions of OpenSSL, but at this time, Giganews customers are not at risk using the existing versions of the apps.

What is the Heartbleed Bug?

The Heartbleed Bug is a bug in OpenSSL’s implementation of the TLS heartbeat extension. When exploited, it allows an attacker access to the contents of the SSL server and client memory. This memory may include the SSL keys, the content of the data traversing the connection, and usernames and passwords transmitted or stored within the memory of the client and server. Because of the complete compromise of the SSL session and secret key data necessary to keep communications secure, this is considered an extremely critical bug. A full overview can be found at http://heartbleed.com/

What Action Do I Need to Take?

If you have used Dump Truck we highly recommend you change your password. To change your password visit this page: https://www.giganews.com/controlpanel/userpass.html

  • Log in to your Control Panel
  • Click Change Username / Password
  • Type your new password
  • Click the Change Username / Password button

At Giganews we take your privacy and security seriously. If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to contact our 24x7x365 support team via email or live chat.

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Updated on 04-10-2014

Dump Truck Private Sharing Now Available

Golden Frog just announced that Private Sharing is out of Beta and ready for all Giganews users with Dump Truck! Use the Dump Truck Web App to access Private Sharing and securely collaborate on files and folders with other Dump Truck users. Invite anyone to access shared folders and assign a permission level, with just their email address. When a privately shared file or folder is changed, added or deleted, the changes synchronize to all users who have joined the share.

Dump Truck Private Sharing Features

  • Easily invite anyone through the Dump Truck Web App to collaborate on folders
  • Set permission levels for users on shared folders
  • Read Only access supported. If you choose this option, users can view files but cannot modify them
  • Collaborate on files and folders and they update for all users
  • Move, rename and edit shared files and folders as if they were your own
  • Access shared files across all Dump Truck desktop, mobile and web applications

*Desktop App version 1.2.2 Update Required to Access Private Sharing

Although you can share folders via Private Sharing only through the Web App, you can access shared folders via the desktop and mobile apps. Privately shared files will be synced to your desktop using the Dump Truck desktop app. Golden Frog recently updated the Dump Truck Mac and Windows apps to version 1.2.2 to support Private Sharing. Update from within the app by clicking on “Update Available” in the main menu, or you can download the latest version for Mac or Windows.

The Dump Truck Mobile Apps do not need to be updated to access privately shared folders.

Dump Truck secure online storage is included FREE with every Giganews account. If you’re not already a Giganews member, we invite you to sign up for a 14-day free trial.

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Private Sharing Beta Now Available for Dump Truck Web App

Collaborating and sharing files and folder using Dump Truck secure online storage is now a lot easier. Golden Frog just made available its new Private Sharing beta feature for Dump Truck to all Giganews users. Using the Dump Truck Web App, users can now use Private Sharing to easily and securely collaborate on files and folders with other Dump Truck users. This new feature is ideal for small businesses, and for sharing files with family and friends. Giganews users can also easily invite anyone to access shared folders and assign a permission level, with just an email address. When a privately shared file or folder is changed, added or deleted, the changes synchronize to all users who have joined the share.

Previously, Dump Truck only enabled users to share files and/or folders with others via a Public Link. Users also had the option to add an expiration date and a password to the link but they could not collaborate on these files. The new Private Sharing feature now allows for collaboration, easy access and secure sharing!

Dump Truck Private Sharing Features

  • Any changes to a folder will show up for all users who have access to it, allowing for easier collaboration
  • There are multiple permission level options for each folder. You can also edit the permission level after you share the folder
  • Unlike many competitors, Dump Truck supports Read-Only access. If you choose this option, users can view files but cannot modify them
  • With the right permission levels, users can move, rename and edit shared files and folders
  • Users can access shared files across all Dump Truck desktop, mobile and web applications

How to Get Started

Dump Truck secure online storage is included FREE with every Giganews account. Any Giganews member using Dump Truck can access the Private Sharing Beta. Here’s how you can get started:

  1. If you’re not already using Dump Truck, download the Windows, Mac, Android or iOS app today
  2. If you’re an existing Dump Truck user, update the Dump Truck Mac or Windows app. Note: You could lose some of your data if you don’t update your apps first
  3. Log into the Beta version of the Web App and start sharing folders with Dump Truck users using their email address
  4. Share your valuable feedback with Golden Frog by using the Beta Feedback form on the site

Desktop App Update Required

Although you can share folders via Private Sharing only through the web app, you can access shared folders via our desktop apps. Privately shared files will be synced to your desktop using the Dump Truck desktop app. Golden Frog recently updated the Dump Truck Mac and Windows apps to version 1.2.2 to support the Private Sharing beta. In order to use Private Sharing, you must update the Dump Truck desktop app. Note: You could lose some of your data if you don’t update your apps first. Update from within the app by clicking on “Update Available” in the main menu, or you can download the latest version of the Mac or Windows app.

Dump Truck secure online storage is included FREE with every Giganews account. Use Dump Truck to store, sync and access your photos, documents or files from anywhere in the world. Created by Golden Frog with a focus on speed and security, Dump Truck uses 256-bit encryption to secure your files and delivers the same unlimited speeds you expect from Giganews.

If you’re not already a Giganews member, we invite you to sign up for a 14-day free trial.

Use FolderSync for Android with your Dump Truck Account

In response to your feedback on Golden Frog Ideas, we partnered with Golden Frog to add step-by-step instructions for accessing your Dump Truck account on Android 2.1+ devices using FolderSync.

If you already have FolderSync, the setup process is easy:

Folder Sync Setup Instructions for Dump Truck

What is FolderSync?

FolderSync makes syncing files between your Android device and Dump Truck online storage account simple. It contains a full file manager for copying, moving, and deleting files in your remote accounts. One-way and two-way syncs are both supported. Please note, to use FolderSync, Android 2.1+ is required.

Why Use FolderSync with Dump Truck?

Backing up your files is easy with the variety of settings FolderSync has to offer. Users can set their own sync intervals or set up a folder pair to automatically sync files between their Android device and Dump Truck account. This makes FolderSync an ideal way to backup important documents, music, videos and more.

At Giganews, we want you to be able to use helpful applications like FolderSync without sacrificing the security you get with Dump Truck. If any issues arise please take advantage of our 24x7x365 support. We will continue adding setup instructions for other useful applications so don’t forget to provide feedback at Golden Frog Ideas!

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Otixo Setup Instructions for Dump Truck

Dump Truck is now integrated with Otixo! Otixo provides a cloud aggregation service that lets individuals and businesses work and collaborate across many of their online services from a single application.

If you already use Otixo, connecting to Dump Truck is easy:

What is Otixo?

Otixo is a web app that allows you to manage files from multiple online storage accounts in one place. Use it on mobile or desktop devices to search, copy and share files between your Dump Truck account and other online storage services using WebDAV.

Otixo’s Spaces tool also has useful collaboration features you can use with Dump Truck:

  • Share your “Space” with colleagues by sending invitations and managing your Space collaborators
  • Attach files or folders from Dump Truck to your Space with just a few clicks
  • Maintain control of your Space by determining which collaborators have write permission
  • Preview and share comments on files to stay informed on all your projects
  • Track new comments, files and downloads and use email notifications to stay informed in real time!
  • Collaborate with others across multiple online storage services. Spaces creates a neutral place for working on files so you can keep your versions under control.

Why use Otixo with Dump Truck?

With Otixo and Dump Truck, you can easily backup your data in several locations. Simply drag-and drop files from your Dump Truck account to other online storage services without having to download the files to your computer. Make life easier by collaborating with friends and colleagues across multiple online storage services and managing all your files from one location.

At Giganews, we are constantly adding new setup instructions to help you use Dump Truck with your favorite applications. Share your feedback at Golden Frog Ideas and help make Dump Truck even better!

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Dump Truck Web App Updated with Thumbnail view!

Golden Frog added support for thumbnail view in the Dump Truck Web App!

The new thumbnail view makes viewing your photos fast and easy. To activate the thumbnail view, simply click the toggle at the top right of the Web App interface to toggle between list and thumbnail view.


You can access all the standard file actions —favoriting, deleting, renaming and drag & drop— while in thumbnail view!

Log in and start using thumbnail view!

Don’t forget that 30 GB of Dump Truck is included free with every Diamond account and 5 GB of Dump Truck is included free with all other Giganews accounts. Please use your Giganews username and password to access the Dump Truck Desktop apps, Mobile apps and Web App.

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Dump Truck for iOS updated to version 1.1 – iPhone 5 support and more…

Today, Golden Frog updated Dump Truck for iOS to version 1.1. Along with iPhone 5 support, the app has been refactored for improved responsiveness and performance. AirPlay support has also been added.

Check out the Golden Frog blog post for more details regarding this release »

Don’t forget that 30 GB of Dump Truck is included free with every Diamond account and 5 GB of Dump Truck is included free with all other Giganews accounts. Please use your Giganews username and password to access the Dump Truck Desktop apps, Mobile apps and Web App.

If you haven’t downloaded Dump Truck for iOS, you can download it from the App Store for free.

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