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Pairdrop

pairdrop.netOther file storage

PulseGate's liveness check found it on 13 Sep 2026; it is registered on GitHub and has been in the index since 30 Jun 2026. How this is checked

Pairdrop is an open-source, peer-to-peer file transfer application that enables users to share files instantly across devices without any setup or signup. It supports multiple languages and works directly in the browser.

Inferred · not functionally tested

Open SourceGPL-3.0WebCloud-managed
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Visit pairdrop.net
10.7kstars
636forks
5features
2015since

Overview

5 features

Purpose: Allowing users to instantly share files between devices without setup or registration.

Inferred · not functionally tested

Audience: Individuals needing quick file transfers

Inferred · not functionally tested

Functions: Unknown

Interfaces: API: unknown · MCP: unknown · CLI: unknown · Self-hosting: unknown

Recorded constraints: pricing: open_source · license: GPL-3.0 · platforms: WEB · deployment: browser, cloud_managed

Constraint provenance is unknown; confirm requirements with the publisher.

Record sources: pairdrop.net · github.com. These links do not verify the individual claims.

In the Other file storage space, Pairdrop takes a focused approach. Inferred · not functionally tested: Allowing users to instantly share files between devices without setup or registration. Inferred · not functionally tested: Pairdrop is an open-source project aimed at individuals needing quick file transfers. Basis unknown · not verified: The project is open source (GPL-3.0). Basis unknown · not verified: Pairdrop is available on the web.

Pairdrop first shipped in 2015. Development happens publicly on GitHub with 10.7k stars and 1 commit in the last 90 days. Inferred · not functionally tested: Key capabilities include file transfer, cross-platform, and no signup.

Summary written by a language model from the project’s public pages.

Tasks: Inferred · not functionally tested

  • File transfer
  • Cross-platform
  • No signup
  • Peer-to-peer
  • Open source

Topics: Inferred · not functionally tested

Tags
peer-to-peerfile-sharingcross-platform
AI capabilities
Weights: Open

JSON profile · Text profile · Access guide

Built with & integrations

Runs on
BrowserCloud-managed

Trust & compliance

License
GPL-3.0
Public signals
HTTPSOpen SourceFree tierGitHub · ★ 10.7kActive maintenance

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Frequently asked questions about Pairdrop

What is Pairdrop?
Inferred · not functionally tested: Allowing users to instantly share files between devices without setup or registration. It is catalogued under Other file storage on PulseGate.
Who should use Pairdrop?
Inferred · not functionally tested: Pairdrop is an open-source project built for individuals needing quick file transfers.
Is Pairdrop free?
Basis unknown · not verified: Yes — Pairdrop is open source under the GPL-3.0 license and free to use.
What platforms does Pairdrop run on?
Basis unknown · not verified: Pairdrop runs on the web.
Is Pairdrop still active?
PulseGate's liveness check found it on 13 Sep 2026. Its GitHub repository shows 1 commit in the last 90 days.
What are alternatives to Pairdrop?
Similar projects tracked by PulseGate include Pairdrop Web Extension, PeerHop, and Dropp.Pairdrop Web ExtensionPeerHopDropp
When did Pairdrop launch?
Pairdrop first shipped in 2015.
Is Pairdrop open source?
Basis unknown · not verified: Yes — Pairdrop is open source under the GPL-3.0 license, developed on GitHub.

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