# PairDrop

> Transfer files seamlessly between all your devices

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fmsys.snapdrop](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fmsys.snapdrop)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.fmsys.snapdrop`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** fm-sys
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 7,318,637
- **Rating:** 3.55 / 5 (5,221 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.3.1
- **Last updated:** 2025-02-11
- **First published:** 2021-03-12
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fmsys.snapdrop)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/fm-sys/snapdrop-android](https://github.com/fm-sys/snapdrop-android)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://github.com/fm-sys/snapdrop-android/blob/master/PRIVACY.md](https://github.com/fm-sys/snapdrop-android/blob/master/PRIVACY.md)

## Description

Snapdrop & PairDrop for Android offers a seamless and efficient way to transfer files locally between devices. Unlike traditional methods such as USB cables, Bluetooth, or emailing files, this open-source app enables peer-to-peer file sharing directly within your local network. Compatible across different platforms including Windows, Linux, Android, iPhone, and Mac, it functions similarly to Apple's AirDrop but with universal device support.

Integrated into the Android operating system, Snapdrop & PairDrop allows fast file transfers directly from other apps, simplifying everyday file sharing. Privacy is prioritized as files are never sent to external servers; transfers happen locally between devices. The app is fully open-source, encouraging community participation and transparency. Whether you want a faster way to share files or are seeking a privacy-conscious solution, Snapdrop & PairDrop is an excellent choice.

## Rankings

- #18,122 — Overall
- #30 — share

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `com.fmsys.snapdrop.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Review feedback centers on reliability and connectivity. The app is praised for ease of use and open-source, cross-platform capabilities, but inconsistencies in operation, frequent pairing failures, lack of offline transfer, and compatibility issues on older Android versions dominate user sentiment.

### Pros

- Easy to use and user-friendly.
- Open source with cross-platform support for device-to-device transfers.
- Fast transfers when it works.

### Cons

- Unreliable and unstable; works only sometimes.
- Pairing between devices often fails.
- Requires internet; no offline transfer mode.
- Compatibility issues on older Android versions (5–7) or on some devices.
- Slow performance and servers frequently down.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fmsys.snapdrop)