PairDrop
PairDrop shares files and links with nearby devices using peer-to-peer transfer.
About PairDrop
PairDrop is a web-based tool for sharing files and links directly between devices that are near each other. Its homepage describes sending images, videos, PDFs, and links to people nearby using peer-to-peer transfer. It is presented as requiring no setup and no signup. Its homepage describes it as cross-platform.
PairDrop is open source, and its code is published on GitHub. The source does not state pricing, so known_pricing is unknown. The source also does not describe how transfers work when devices are not nearby, or what data, if any, is stored or sent to external services.
Key features
- Peer-to-peer transfer of files and links between nearby devices
- Sharing of images, videos, and PDFs
- Cross-platform file transfer, as described on the homepage
- No setup or signup required, according to the homepage
- Open source code published on GitHub
- Interface available in numerous languages
Best for: People who want to send photos, videos, PDFs, or links to nearby devices without creating an account.
Good for
- No setup or signup is required, according to the homepage.
- Uses peer-to-peer transfer, as stated on the homepage.
- Open source, with code published on GitHub.
Watch out for
- The homepage describes sharing with people nearby, so the source does not present it for transfers over longer distances.
PairDrop at a glance
- Website
- pairdrop.net
- Category
- Online Tools › File Sharing & Transfer
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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PairDrop FAQ
Do I need to create an account to use PairDrop?
The homepage states that there is no signup and no setup required.
Who can I share files with?
The homepage describes sharing with people nearby.
Where can I find the source code?
The project is open source, and its repository is listed on GitHub at github.com/schlagmichdoch/pairdrop.
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