# Screencode: Share Text Offline

> Share text and files in fun and very secure way using your screen! 100% offline.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rollerbush.transfer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rollerbush.transfer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.rollerbush.transfer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Rollerbush Labs
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 12,071
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (83 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-12
- **First published:** 2020-01-21
- **Publisher country:** SE
- **Size:** 5.61 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rollerbush.transfer)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://transfer-7bac8.web.app/privacy-policy](https://transfer-7bac8.web.app/privacy-policy)

## Description

### Screencode: Share Text & Files Offline with Fun and Security

Screencode is a unique Chrome extension enabling secure and private sharing of text and files using your screen without any internet or wireless connections. It works by broadcasting a multicolor animated barcode—a Screencode—that densely packs information for transfer. This offline method ensures traceless, anonymous sharing instantly with nearby friends.

With no setup required, users simply share any content through the Screencode share option and the receiver scans the animated code via the extension's scanner. While transfer speeds may vary, smaller files and plain text are transferred nearly instantly. Training using the extension speeds up transfers, making it ideal for fun, secure, and private communication offline.

**Key Features:**
- Offline data transfer with no need for WiFi, Bluetooth, or mobile networks
- Easy setup-free sharing of text and various file formats
- High security and anonymity ensuring private exchanges
- Engaging animated barcode that encodes large amounts of data
- User training to improve speed over time

Screencode is perfect for anyone seeking a novel, safe, and offline way to exchange information without leaving digital traces.

## Rankings

- #524,959 — 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.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.rollerbush.transfer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate Screencode's novel offline file sharing method, finding it fun and useful for small file transfers without needing internet. However, many report slow transfer speeds, scanning difficulties especially on certain phone models, and limited features like single-file sending only. File corruption and app stability issues are also mentioned. Users desire a PC desktop version and faster, more reliable transfers to increase practicality.

### Pros

- Innovative and interesting idea for offline file transfer.
- Useful for sharing small files such as photos and text excerpts.
- Does not require internet connection, making it handy in specific circumstances.
- Addictive and fun way to share data.
- Good concept and effort from a developer's perspective.

### Cons

- Very slow data transfer speed, especially for files larger than a few MB.
- Difficulties with scanning and recognizing the code, particularly with older cameras and curved edge phones.
- Limited functionality—only supports sending one item at a time.
- Does not work reliably; files can be corrupted after transfer.
- Lack of a desktop version for Windows PC.

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