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NearDrop provides a partial macOS implementation of Google's Nearby Share and Quick Share.
About NearDrop
NearDrop is an unofficial, open-source implementation of Google's Nearby Share / Quick Share for macOS. It is hosted on GitHub and provides partial compatibility with Android sharing.
The app runs from the Mac menu bar and saves received files to the Downloads folder. You can receive files from an Android device, send files from Finder using Share > NearDrop, and send links from apps using File > Share > NearDrop. Android devices are made visible by scanning a QR code generated by NearDrop. Installation is done from the releases section or with Homebrew.
It suits Mac users who also use Android devices and want basic file transfer between them on the same Wi-Fi network. It requires both devices to be on the same local network and has documented limits around visibility and connection methods.
Key features
- Receive files from Android on Mac
- Saves received files to Downloads folder
- Send files from Finder with Share > NearDrop
- Send links via File > Share > NearDrop
- Generates QR code to connect Android device
- Install via releases section or Homebrew
Best for: Mac users with Android devices who need file transfer on the same Wi-Fi network.
Good for
- Open-source code available on GitHub
- Supports receiving files and sending files and links
- Installable by direct download or Homebrew
Watch out for
- Wi-Fi LAN only; both devices must share same network
- Visible to everyone on network while running
- Mac cannot auto-discover Android without QR code or manual setup
NearDrop at a glance
- Website
- github.com/grishka/NearDrop
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Mac Apps
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, macOS
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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NearDrop FAQ
How do I install NearDrop on macOS?
Download the latest build from the releases section, unzip it and move it to Applications, then right-click and select Open. It can also be installed with Homebrew.
Why doesn't my Android device see my Mac?
Both devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network. Some public networks block local communication, and router settings may block local devices.
How do I send files from Mac to Android?
Right-click a file in Finder, select Share, then select NearDrop. For links, use File -> Share -> NearDrop.
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