# WiFi+Transfer | Cross-sys Sync

> Wirelessly transfer and share your files between mobile devices, PC, MAC

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nero.android.kwiksync](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nero.android.kwiksync)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.nero.android.kwiksync`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Nero AG
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 397,027
- **Rating:** 2.80 / 5 (1,002 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.82
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2011-07-27
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nero.android.kwiksync)
- **Website:** [http://www.nero.com](http://www.nero.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.nero.com/eng/corp-legal/privacy.php](http://www.nero.com/eng/corp-legal/privacy.php)

## Description

**WiFi+Transfer | Cross-sys Sync** is a versatile Chrome extension designed for effortless wireless file sharing across mobile devices, PCs, and Macs. It eliminates the need for USB cables and complex setups by enabling direct device connections within the same WiFi network. Users can automatically detect nearby devices and transfer any file type with a single tap.

This extension supports multiple connection methods including QR code scanning, and ensures secure transfers through connection authorization. It works offline without internet or mobile data consumption, offering unlimited file sizes and counts with no speed restrictions. Features include the ability to manage Android media files from PC as if using a network drive, syncing between various platforms, and full sender-receiver control to maintain privacy and security during transfers.

## Rankings

- #112,751 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.nero.android.kwiksync.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

The app is praised for wireless transfer and ad-free use, but reliability is inconsistent, write restrictions apply, performance is slow, and cross-platform support (especially macOS) and the user experience are commonly criticized.

### Pros

- Wireless file transfer and cross-device file browsing functionality.
- Ad-free experience with a simple transfer flow.
- Ability to map the phone as a network drive via a batch-file setup.

### Cons

- Reliability issues: the app often fails to connect or function, with reports of getting stuck, crashing, or not transferring.
- Write access limitations: SD card is read-only and users cannot write to the device (or to the SD card).
- Slow performance: several reviews describe extremely slow transfers.
- Cross-platform compatibility problems: issues connecting to Mac/MacBook Pro and generally poor cross-OS reliability.
- Poor UI/UX and setup experience: primitive interfaces, non-intuitive web page, and initial setup can be difficult.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nero.android.kwiksync)