📚 Use Snapdrop: snapdrop.net/ 🖥 Similar service to Snapdrop called ShareDrop: www.sharedrop.io/ 🔐 A note on privacy and security: Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved. 📩 Get the latest high-quality tutorial and tips and tricks videos emailed to your inbox each week: kevinstratvert.com/newsletter/
@@jobberzworld429 unfortunately snapdrop appears to be having server issues shortly after this video came out. I’d recommend using the alternative sharedrop.io
I just think it's pathetic that we're in 2023 and you can't send a video file to your phone wirelessly without visiting websites or downloading sketchy 3rd party apps.
Then you find a way. It is very difficult to make new ways for things. Design a new house idea that doesn't exist. It is almost impossible. A website is one of the easiest ways to do it. It's like making a website with no experience or help.
There's another way. There are usb drives that has a plug for a phone built in. I used to have one but got lost at school, it was real useful when my phone ran out of storage and id put it there and then transfer it to another drive thing like a store jet. I believe it's more convenient than using these 3rd party apps.
There are plenty of trustworthy alternatives. Onedrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, etc…. I know they cost money. For casual users it’s not worth it, but for serious file transfers I trust them.
Works just like you said in 2024! In 30 seconds I was able to transfer two video files from the computer to iPhone 15 pro max. That'll teach you Apple for not making compatible data transfer accessories for older computers! The workaround tactic is brilliant, thanks Keven 😀
I have always been so incredibly frustrated with transferring files. Sometimes the USB would work and other times it would not. But, I just tried this (4-22-2023) and it transferred a 6-hour meditation song in less that 90 seconds! Got my vote!
It's mindboggling that an expensive device can't do its job but a cheap ass one will do the job. I've had old 10 dollar phones and cameras and transferring the videos to my pc were simple, yet this expensive ipad I have can't do it and when it does do it, it's not simple.
By far, the simplest and easiest file transfer app I have seen. No registration required, no password, just get both devices on the same WiFi network to instantly recognise each other and you're good to go.
heck, I had tried to solve this problem for yrs and never found a solution. So many blogs online gave dodgy solutions that wasted so much of my time. The tips you gave in your videos are working solutions, I have developed that trust in you, thanks for sharing genuine resources.
i HAVE NOT USED THE "B" WORD IN A LONG TIME. BRILLIANT. TRANSFERED A LOAD OF MUSIC TO MY NEW TABLET. I HAVE NOT FIGURED OUT HOW TO TRANSFER FILES USING THE USB CABLE FROM THE LAPTOP TO MY TABLET BUT THIS VEDIO HELPS A GREAT DEAL.
Kevin, I want to thank you for making this video. I so appreciate your help. I am not technically savvy and would have never been able to figure out such a simple way for my pictures to be transferred.
*_I'm glad you're finally covering this, Kevin. Thank you so much. I've been using this for the longest time now. And funny 'cause I mostly use this for typing text on my keyboard and copying it to my mobile for mostly messaging purposes. When friends ask what it does, I simply "explain" to them - it's AirDrop for all your devices. In fact, I'm typing this very comment now on my PC and posting this from my mobile. Cheers!_*
oh my goodness! you are the most intelligent, most handsome, ultimate helpful person I have ever known. You are so good & kind especially to people like me, who is not only old, but a computer IL-literate, as well. I put into good use all what I have learned from your tutorials that were very well said & clearly explained to us. My son was so surprised to know that I was able to transfer photos from my iphone to my hand-me-down old laptop that I am using. Not only that, I stopped pitying myself for not knowing anything about computer & other devices, because now, you made my life easy & am now confident that I can even transfer files from pdf to word, & i even know how to use google sheets. You are heaven sent Kevin. 😊
I would rather suggest you to setup SMB (Samba). You don't have to install anything, just enable sharing on specific folders. Then add that SMB account to any device on your local network. That's all. You can then quickly access or edit those folder/files at any time from any device securely, as long as your PC is on. You should also set up Microsoft Remote Desktop app on your phone. So you can lay on the couch and do casual work on your PC through your phone/tablet without needing to seat in front of the PC.
@@BigEightiesNewWave In that case, the safest option will be to set up cloud storage. Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive or Mega are the best option, and they will synchronise files/folder automatically. So you can access those files on your phone even when you are not on the same network or when the PC is off.
Dear Kevin, Thanks for your efforts. We all know that most if not all sites don't provide these services for free. Now how can we ensure that our transfered files and data are not copied to these servers?
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
@@KevinStratvert is there a way to send data directly to an ssd drive? I always struggle to transfer it from my phone to my laptop and then to the drive.
The Snapdrop signaling server encountered some issues shortly after this video released yesterday 😔, but should be working again. Let me know if it's working for you now. There's also a similar service called ShareDrop.io if you run into issues again.
I have been using this since months but this isn't good while transferring big files , All of a sudden it stops responding. However it's good with small files and since I have all android devices so nearby share it my goto tool for file transfer.
Thanks Kevin that was very useful information and I will certainly be using it. I take a lot of photos on my iPad and yes it's a pain to transfer over to my desktop.
Bruh I have been trying to transfer a file from my phone for like this whole day. Thank u so much for this very Imformal video .you really helped me by uploading this video thx bro :)
GREAT !!! I have thousand of pictures due to my work, I'm switching from galaxy to Iphone 14 now, Microsoft window PC in between, I'm not good at this at all, ill try it. THANKS for your help !!
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
This is the BEST! Thank you so much. I'm trying to use an old SD card for storage on my kids tablet, but wouldn't be able to format the card w/out erasing all the photos on it. Now I'm able to move all the pictures and videos off the SD card and on to my phone! Thank you
Great video, Kevin, and I love to learn about new technologies. But can’t you do this if they all have OneDrive installed and logged in, which has many advantages, such as not needing to be on the same network, or even in the same location. Just curious on your thoughts…thank you!
This way, you need to install and login to onedrive (extra app and extra steps for sign in) and your files leave your network and get saved at Microsoft. Maybe your up / download speed is low or you do not want to save your precious files at an external service.
@@chrizzlibaer as others have intimated here…they disagree with Kevin on several points, and here are mine: (as it relates to your reply and my “precious” files: You need another app either way. Why not go with a trusted US company where security is highly monitored (OneDrive), which works across all platforms (& locations), and once you log in, you can stay logged in? (pretty much, although not always true). I will try his solution because it may be great for an occasional iPhone pic, you want to edit in photoshop, etc.
Depends on the use case. If you just want to get a file from one device to another, this eliminates the step of needing to upload / download the file from an external server like Drive, OneDrive, iCloud, etc. When I'm recording videos, sometimes I just need to get a file from one device to another and uploading/downloading adds time (I don't have the fastest internet tier 😔). In terms of privacy/security, Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices. It still needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server.
@@scottabergermd thing is, I am not living in the US 😏 So although I am using Google and Microsoft services, not always do I want a file or information to leave my house. This is why I am using clouds like nextcloud instead of onedrive for my sync things. Having a direct way to transfer without an additional step of up and downloading is very convenient - but like Kevin I think it depends on the use case!
So incredibly simple! I just transferred my whole picture gallery on my LG G7 to my Windows Desktop PC! To quote the guy from Battleground, "Beats anything I ever stuck my finger into"! I'll use this from now on!!! Thanks, Kevin!
Love your videos Kevin. I wish you would do a video on Migration Manager and how to move files from Dropbox to OneDrive and SharePoint on behalf of end-users
@Kevin, I would disagree with you on this for once, since this is not a secure process. The level of trust provided to the user by WebRTC is directly influenced by the user's trust in the browser AND the website being accessed to establish the P2P protocol. Personally, I wouldn't like to expose my personal date to a 3rd Party, unverified site....
Instead of relying on a third-party signaling server, you can deploy on your own server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop
This was a truly amazing find. I am a woman of a certain age and not exactly tech savvy but can get around a little bit I bought a new laptop and was loading all files on a USB and transferring them. And I said there has to be a simpler way and you popped up. A Godsend.
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
@@KevinStratvert Thanks for the reply. Accidentally landed on your channel a few days back and after seeing a few videos, subscribed and really enjoying your videos. Came to know a whole new way of using the different software. By the way, I have one question which is not related to this video. If I take the Microsoft 365 personal version (I had it before and they suddenly said they will make my annual fees as a semi annual fees thereby doubling the charge and hence, I stopped the payment), it shows Access is not there. However, currently I am still using Access and it is not asking to subscribe like it is doing for excel and word. So, if I subscribe to MS 365 personal, will I be able to use Access and Publisher?
Not true, while you need internet to open the web site and establish a connection, files are transferred between devices on your network, they never go via the internet.
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
I want to thank you for this tutorial. I am computer illiterate and have avoided dealing with them except for an IPad, if you can call that a computer. Unfortunately I need to use a computer to talk to an embroidery machine. I had files on an iPad that I needed to put onto the PC and into the machine program and have been struggling with “how to” for a week now. All the tutorials, either I couldn’t understand them, as they were Asians, or the second sentence in I was lost, or the screens were not matching. This was my lifesaver!!! THANK YOU!!!! I can finally go forward now.
I initially had Chrome running on both Windows 10 Home PCs, but SNAPDROP wouldn't work as in no transfer activity at all. I then changed one of the PCs to run AVAST browser and the file transfer worked fine afterwards. Thanks Kevin!
I have same problem right now. Doing windows 10 laptop to iPhone 11. One safari one google chrome. I have AVAST downloaded on my computer as security defense but not a browser. When I try to transfer from phone to pc nothing happens. Any idea why?
@@spencerhagerstrand3257 As I am not an IT person and only a simple PC user, maybe either Kevin or SNAPDROP can offer you some help. Having said that, uninstalling AVAST AntiVirus would be a good step to troubleshooting the issue. But be mindful of the caveat that without an AntiVirus that your device won't have any protection against potential malicious elements invading it. You may want to use another browser on the laptop and if needs be, use a different browser on the iPhone as well. From my experience, just don't use the same browser on both devices.
It doesn't even work... I select the device, select the file, but then it just goes back without any indication that any file is being transferred, neither does the recipient receive any pop up about accepting the file or an indication that anything is downloading.
Dear Mr. Kevin Stratvert, Transferring huge lot of files between my devices have been so far a huge nightmare to me! It has become a big challenge on a regular basis whenever I get any spare time! I tried hundreds of applications, programs, techniques and both wired and wireless connections till date in vain. Connectivity as easy as if I were doing "Drag and Drop" on Windows Folders, is what I need. Going thru your video step by step. Will try for some more time and write back. Thanks a lot for this very useful instructive video.
Thank you Mr KEvin, Snapdrop doesn't work on my HP laptop but similar service to Snapdrop called ShareDrop really works both my android and HP . I'm so happy to practice Capcut vid here. Learning Capcut from your vlog too. WONDERFUL vlog fairly helpful.
OMG! I have struggles trying to get my photos from my phone to my computer for the longest time. I found your video, and WOW, you made it so simple. THANK YOU
I'm in awe Kevin, just tried this and it works like a charm. Thank you so much. I have a phone that doesn't allow direct connection to a PC so this was a miracle method. Once again, thank you.
You absolute legend, thankyou! It worked, ive been trying different (sketchy) apps and websites for the past two days and had no luck till I found this.
Snapdrop; Looks like the website doesn't seem to work? Not sure what the issue is, Edge and Chrome won't load the site. *Sharedrop does work, thanks for including that option!*
Thank you so much for sharing. Once I transfer something from my iPhone to my computer I’m assuming it’s ok to delete the file on iPhone to conserve on storage?
This is pretty good! I just bought a new Samsung S23 and was trying to copy a file from my OneDrive to my 'My Files' on my phone. SURPRISE!!!!! It doesnt work, rediculous arcane, meaningless errors, but, try again later. Almost 2024 and we're STILL experienceing these issue?? Well at least we can have fun wallpapers, that's very productive and useful.
Thank You So Much for this! You saved me having to buy a USB Male to USB Male cable to go on my adapter for my new Pixel 7, not Pro, and this site works perfectly for my home made wallpaper. 😁👍👍👍
THIS IS FUCKING AWESOME!! I swear! I have spent half the day trying to figure out how to transfer from my pc to my new mac, MIND BLOWN!! SO AWESOME. Thank you soooo much!!
I've been using the procedure from your video of July 7th entitled "How to Transfer Photos, Videos & Music Between iPhone & Windows PC" which has served me well. I will try this procedure also but I rarely use any of my devices that are Android based so I may just stick with the July 7th procedure, we'll see. Thanks a lot.
Kevin, I have just bought a new PC and want to copy over folders of files and some separate files from my old Windows 10 PC to the new Windows 11 one. Is there a way of selecting the folders and copying them to the new PC.
this is a really great method and I'm so glade I know of it now but this is only good if doing a few pictures. now if you have a lot of pictures this is not feasible. doing one by one would take for ever. and I would absolutely love to transfer all of my pictures off my iPhone at once or my android in one go instead of one by one. if you have a recommendation I would love to hear it
Thank you , you are correct and awesome . I deleted my previous comment about this using bandwidth, while actually it used only some kilobytes to set up the connection.
📚 Use Snapdrop: snapdrop.net/
🖥 Similar service to Snapdrop called ShareDrop: www.sharedrop.io/
🔐 A note on privacy and security: Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
📩 Get the latest high-quality tutorial and tips and tricks videos emailed to your inbox each week: kevinstratvert.com/newsletter/
Hi Kevin, thanks for the post. I have tried the link, but it is giving an error msg "this site cannot be loaded" on my Android phone
@@jobberzworld429 unfortunately snapdrop appears to be having server issues shortly after this video came out. I’d recommend using the alternative sharedrop.io
Does anyone know how to transfer the windows 10 browser bookmarks to a Google Chrombook laptop? Thanks
@@markvelber8664 Hi Mark,
Export your Favorites from Edge. Then Import them in Chrome.
@@RavenZamir thanks
I just think it's pathetic that we're in 2023 and you can't send a video file to your phone wirelessly without visiting websites or downloading sketchy 3rd party apps.
Then you find a way. It is very difficult to make new ways for things. Design a new house idea that doesn't exist. It is almost impossible. A website is one of the easiest ways to do it. It's like making a website with no experience or help.
Yh and then stupid gmail has a limit of 26.2 MB like what is a 24 second video
There's another way. There are usb drives that has a plug for a phone built in. I used to have one but got lost at school, it was real useful when my phone ran out of storage and id put it there and then transfer it to another drive thing like a store jet. I believe it's more convenient than using these 3rd party apps.
There are plenty of trustworthy alternatives. Onedrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, etc…. I know they cost money. For casual users it’s not worth it, but for serious file transfers I trust them.
Thank you!
And of course he does not mention who owns and has access to snapdrop and therefore can potentially access ur files! How convenient! Thank you!
Works just like you said in 2024! In 30 seconds I was able to transfer two video files from the computer to iPhone 15 pro max. That'll teach you Apple for not making compatible data transfer accessories for older computers! The workaround tactic is brilliant, thanks Keven 😀
Tyty ur comment and the video Collab is the best
I have always been so incredibly frustrated with transferring files. Sometimes the USB would work and other times it would not. But, I just tried this (4-22-2023) and it transferred a 6-hour meditation song in less that 90 seconds! Got my vote!
It's mindboggling that an expensive device can't do its job but a cheap ass one will do the job. I've had old 10 dollar phones and cameras and transferring the videos to my pc were simple, yet this expensive ipad I have can't do it and when it does do it, it's not simple.
By far, the simplest and easiest file transfer app I have seen. No registration required, no password, just get both devices on the same WiFi network to instantly recognise each other and you're good to go.
*Clown
Wifi password required though 🤭
Kevin, Looks good. Will try n feedback. Thks😊.
@TheCzx Nah really, I though there is the wifi password on le back of yo rotten router I mean router
Masha Allaah, i tried and It works perfectly, Thanks Man🫡.
Will wait for more usefull tips ❤️
One of those few videos which is short to the point and actually works.
heck, I had tried to solve this problem for yrs and never found a solution. So many blogs online gave dodgy solutions that wasted so much of my time. The tips you gave in your videos are working solutions, I have developed that trust in you, thanks for sharing genuine resources.
i HAVE NOT USED THE "B" WORD IN A LONG TIME. BRILLIANT. TRANSFERED A LOAD OF MUSIC TO MY NEW TABLET. I HAVE NOT FIGURED OUT HOW TO TRANSFER FILES USING THE USB CABLE FROM THE LAPTOP TO MY TABLET BUT THIS VEDIO HELPS A GREAT DEAL.
What an elegant solution for such a common problem, you've made my day! Thanks Kevin!
Sincerely, you just solved a major issue I'm facing recently. Thanks a lot, Kevin. You're the best! 😊🙌❤️✨
Kevin, I want to thank you for making this video. I so appreciate your help. I am not technically savvy and would have never been able to figure out such a simple way for my pictures to be transferred.
*_I'm glad you're finally covering this, Kevin. Thank you so much. I've been using this for the longest time now. And funny 'cause I mostly use this for typing text on my keyboard and copying it to my mobile for mostly messaging purposes. When friends ask what it does, I simply "explain" to them - it's AirDrop for all your devices. In fact, I'm typing this very comment now on my PC and posting this from my mobile. Cheers!_*
No wonder how you got your find so fancy!
OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS SAVED ME 2 HOURS ON TRYING TO FIND OUT HOW TO SEND A BIG FILE TO MY OTHER DEVICES!!!!! :DDD
straight to the point and no time wasting 👍
Thank you Kevin. My wife's a bit paranoid doesn't want me to touch her phone. With this she transfers the pictures and video to me.
Great solution for file sharing on the same network. Thanks Kevin, just what we needed. Simple, secure and easy to use.
What makes you say its secure? What cloud based system is secure?
@@jamescohen people like copy pasting words without knowing what it means, lol
Thanks for the help,it really was amazing that I finally found a way so I can transfer data from a computer to a phone,thank you so much
You are my go to person to explain all this stuff!!! Thank you for your concise and clear videos. Much appreciated!
Thank so much I’ve been wrecking my brain trying to transfer files to my pc
again thanks so much
oh my goodness! you are the most intelligent, most handsome, ultimate helpful person I have ever known. You are so good & kind especially to people like me, who is not only old, but a computer IL-literate, as well. I put into good use all what I have learned from your tutorials that were very well said & clearly explained to us. My son was so surprised to know that I was able to transfer photos from my iphone to my hand-me-down old laptop that I am using. Not only that, I stopped pitying myself for not knowing anything about computer & other devices, because now, you made my life easy & am now confident that I can even transfer files from pdf to word, & i even know how to use google sheets. You are heaven sent Kevin. 😊
Oouu 😮 someone got a crush 😅😂😅
Thanks bro, I think this is the most efficient way.
Kevin this is exactly what I needed. I will get my new PC today and I was wondering how to transfer my files. Now I know. Thank you.
I would rather suggest you to setup SMB (Samba). You don't have to install anything, just enable sharing on specific folders.
Then add that SMB account to any device on your local network. That's all.
You can then quickly access or edit those folder/files at any time from any device securely, as long as your PC is on.
You should also set up Microsoft Remote Desktop app on your phone. So you can lay on the couch and do casual work on your PC through your phone/tablet without needing to seat in front of the PC.
@@Knoah321 What if a person wants their PC files when they are out/about and NOT on a local network.
@@BigEightiesNewWave In that case, the safest option will be to set up cloud storage.
Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive or Mega are the best option, and they will synchronise files/folder automatically. So you can access those files on your phone even when you are not on the same network or when the PC is off.
Thanks, just what I needed and simple to understand. I'm so glad you speak slowly some people go so fast that my brain can't absorb it all, lol.
Another great video, which has enabled me to sort out a friend's ailing laptop without losing anything. Brilliantly easy and so quick. Thank you.
Finally!!! No more flash drives with the anxiety of ever losing them!
Dear Kevin,
Thanks for your efforts.
We all know that most if not all sites don't provide these services for free. Now how can we ensure that our transfered files and data are not copied to these servers?
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It's safe. If you click the "i" icon on the site, you have the GitHub of the creator and on the FAQ you can read about privacy.
@@keshejek thanks
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
@@KevinStratvert is there a way to send data directly to an ssd drive? I always struggle to transfer it from my phone to my laptop and then to the drive.
Site is unreachable. Too many people watching your video Kevin. Keep up the great work and thanks.
The Snapdrop signaling server encountered some issues shortly after this video released yesterday 😔, but should be working again. Let me know if it's working for you now. There's also a similar service called ShareDrop.io if you run into issues again.
I have been using this since months but this isn't good while transferring big files , All of a sudden it stops responding. However it's good with small files and since I have all android devices so nearby share it my goto tool for file transfer.
This is a great way to transfer from my android phone's personal space to the same phone's work space and vice versa! Thanks
Thanks Kevin that was very useful information and I will certainly be using it. I take a lot of photos on my iPad and yes it's a pain to transfer over to my desktop.
Bruh I have been trying to transfer a file from my phone for like this whole day. Thank u so much for this very Imformal video .you really helped me by uploading this video thx bro :)
Thank you, Kevin!
Your tips are great, as usual :)
GREAT !!!
I have thousand of pictures due to my work, I'm switching from galaxy to Iphone 14 now, Microsoft window PC in between, I'm not good at this at all, ill try it.
THANKS for your help !!
Is it safe to use? any privacy problems?
The same concern here. Using MyDrive as the benchmark, is this snapdrop/sharedrop same, better or worse in privacy and security?
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
@@KevinStratvert thanks!
This is the BEST! Thank you so much. I'm trying to use an old SD card for storage on my kids tablet, but wouldn't be able to format the card w/out erasing all the photos on it. Now I'm able to move all the pictures and videos off the SD card and on to my phone! Thank you
Great video, Kevin, and I love to learn about new technologies. But can’t you do this if they all have OneDrive installed and logged in, which has many advantages, such as not needing to be on the same network, or even in the same location. Just curious on your thoughts…thank you!
This way, you need to install and login to onedrive (extra app and extra steps for sign in) and your files leave your network and get saved at Microsoft. Maybe your up / download speed is low or you do not want to save your precious files at an external service.
@@chrizzlibaer as others have intimated here…they disagree with Kevin on several points, and here are mine: (as it relates to your reply and my “precious” files: You need another app either way. Why not go with a trusted US company where security is highly monitored (OneDrive), which works across all platforms (& locations), and once you log in, you can stay logged in? (pretty much, although not always true). I will try his solution because it may be great for an occasional iPhone pic, you want to edit in photoshop, etc.
Depends on the use case. If you just want to get a file from one device to another, this eliminates the step of needing to upload / download the file from an external server like Drive, OneDrive, iCloud, etc. When I'm recording videos, sometimes I just need to get a file from one device to another and uploading/downloading adds time (I don't have the fastest internet tier 😔). In terms of privacy/security, Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices. It still needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server.
@@scottabergermd thing is, I am not living in the US 😏 So although I am using Google and Microsoft services, not always do I want a file or information to leave my house. This is why I am using clouds like nextcloud instead of onedrive for my sync things.
Having a direct way to transfer without an additional step of up and downloading is very convenient - but like Kevin I think it depends on the use case!
So incredibly simple! I just transferred my whole picture gallery on my LG G7 to my Windows Desktop PC! To quote the guy from Battleground, "Beats anything I ever stuck my finger into"! I'll use this from now on!!! Thanks, Kevin!
Love your videos Kevin. I wish you would do a video on Migration Manager and how to move files from Dropbox to OneDrive and SharePoint on behalf of end-users
go to this video by accident, but this is very very useful! thanks :)
@Kevin, I would disagree with you on this for once, since this is not a secure process.
The level of trust provided to the user by WebRTC is directly influenced by the user's trust in the browser AND the website being accessed to establish the P2P protocol.
Personally, I wouldn't like to expose my personal date to a 3rd Party, unverified site....
This was exactly my question. Just how secure this process really is.
@@wax99 , open source SSH & SFTP Client apps, with inbuilt AES 256 encryption, are apparently the best bet.
@@wax99 Is the site down
You can check the source code.
Instead of relying on a third-party signaling server, you can deploy on your own server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop
OMG, can't believe there is such a easy way to transfer files on different device.
This is incredible!!!
Kevin, that is extremely useful, wow! Thank you
This was a truly amazing find. I am a woman of a certain age and not exactly tech savvy but can get around a little bit I bought a new laptop and was loading all files on a USB and transferring them. And I said there has to be a simpler way and you popped up. A Godsend.
That's amazing.
But, Still now this method is not working. how to do this?
Is this problem happening to anyone?
hey buddy, were you able to figure out?
Bro, you are literally a lifesaver!!
This is great! Thank you for sharing. 👍🏾
You just solved one of the world's top mysteries.. Thanks!
Will the files and data be secure as we are using a third party website?
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
@@KevinStratvert Thanks for the reply. Accidentally landed on your channel a few days back and after seeing a few videos, subscribed and really enjoying your videos. Came to know a whole new way of using the different software.
By the way, I have one question which is not related to this video. If I take the Microsoft 365 personal version (I had it before and they suddenly said they will make my annual fees as a semi annual fees thereby doubling the charge and hence, I stopped the payment), it shows Access is not there. However, currently I am still using Access and it is not asking to subscribe like it is doing for excel and word. So, if I subscribe to MS 365 personal, will I be able to use Access and Publisher?
the best way I think using the fileflow app, it supports all the platform and need no cable anything. works like charm.
Can you transfer your whole downloads in one step?
I was looking for a way to get RAW files off my iPhone and none of the solutions were working. Your video was wonderful and so simple. THANK YOU!!!!
I don't think it works without internet. And it uses huge sum of internet data to transfer files.
Not true, while you need internet to open the web site and establish a connection, files are transferred between devices on your network, they never go via the internet.
Wrong.
@Gerard1971 So, if you don't have internet, you can't use Snapdrop to transfer files?
really appreciate for this sharing. i was searching for such apps to trf files between my devices
It' s not secure method, unfortunately!
Snapdrop uses an encrypted peer-to-peer connection between your devices using a technology called WebRTC. WebRTC needs a signaling server to establish a connection, but the server is not involved in the transfer of the files. Your files do not touch an external server. Snapdrop code is open-source, and you can review on GitHub: github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop You can even deploy on your own server, so you handle the signaling without any third party involved.
OMG - what a delightfully simple solution - after all I've been through to transfer some bigger files- this is such a lifesaver! Thank you so much!
Thank you for the video. I want to transfer data from my old computer to my new one.
This is the most efficient and best way to transfer any files.thanks man
Kevin: You are amazing! This is just what I need! ..and so stinkin easy
Been using this for ages,, its fantastic
I want to thank you for this tutorial. I am computer illiterate and have avoided dealing with them except for an IPad, if you can call that a computer. Unfortunately I need to use a computer to talk to an embroidery machine. I had files on an iPad that I needed to put onto the PC and into the machine program and have been struggling with “how to” for a week now. All the tutorials, either I couldn’t understand them, as they were Asians, or the second sentence in I was lost, or the screens were not matching. This was my lifesaver!!! THANK YOU!!!! I can finally go forward now.
I initially had Chrome running on both Windows 10 Home PCs, but SNAPDROP wouldn't work as in no transfer activity at all. I then changed one of the PCs to run AVAST browser and the file transfer worked fine afterwards. Thanks Kevin!
I have same problem right now. Doing windows 10 laptop to iPhone 11. One safari one google chrome. I have AVAST downloaded on my computer as security defense but not a browser. When I try to transfer from phone to pc nothing happens. Any idea why?
My best guess was because I have AVAST ?
@@spencerhagerstrand3257 As I am not an IT person and only a simple PC user, maybe either Kevin or SNAPDROP can offer you some help. Having said that, uninstalling AVAST AntiVirus would be a good step to troubleshooting the issue. But be mindful of the caveat that without an AntiVirus that your device won't have any protection against potential malicious elements invading it.
You may want to use another browser on the laptop and if needs be, use a different browser on the iPhone as well. From my experience, just don't use the same browser on both devices.
So who or what is snapdrop and why are we giving them access to all our files? Sounds counterintuitive to everything we know about cyber security.
It doesn't even work...
I select the device, select the file, but then it just goes back without any indication that any file is being transferred, neither does the recipient receive any pop up about accepting the file or an indication that anything is downloading.
Dear Mr. Kevin Stratvert,
Transferring huge lot of files between my devices have been so far a huge nightmare to me!
It has become a big challenge on a regular basis whenever I get any spare time!
I tried hundreds of applications, programs, techniques and both wired and wireless connections till date in vain.
Connectivity as easy as if I were doing "Drag and Drop" on Windows Folders, is what I need.
Going thru your video step by step. Will try for some more time and write back.
Thanks a lot for this very useful instructive video.
computer editing is too complicated for me so putting this on my ipad is so awesome
You are great, thanks Kevin
Thank you so much. I’ve been trying to do this for an hour and I’ve tried every possible way to do it, but this one actually worked.
Thank You so much it worked for me 100% ❤
Oh man this video was so useful. I don't need cables anymore! Thank you.
I was so impressed by this as I've been struggling so much. Thank you so much I've subscribed.
Thank you Mr KEvin, Snapdrop doesn't work on my HP laptop but similar service to Snapdrop called ShareDrop really works both my android and HP . I'm so happy to practice Capcut vid here. Learning Capcut from your vlog too. WONDERFUL vlog fairly helpful.
OMG! I have struggles trying to get my photos from my phone to my computer for the longest time. I found your video, and WOW, you made it so simple. THANK YOU
That is a great free website, the speed is decent 5-7MB/S. Quick way how to share files between friends
Worked like a charm. Truly the best way.
I'm in awe Kevin, just tried this and it works like a charm. Thank you so much. I have a phone that doesn't allow direct connection to a PC so this was a miracle method. Once again, thank you.
I've been using a cable each time to transfer file and this makes it so much easier.
Thanks
From one Kevin to another... YOU are a ROCKSTAR. Thank you for finding this cool setup
You absolute legend, thankyou! It worked, ive been trying different (sketchy) apps and websites for the past two days and had no luck till I found this.
Works great but getting error recently when adding files to transfer folder on iPhone, any suggestions?
Snapdrop; Looks like the website doesn't seem to work? Not sure what the issue is, Edge and Chrome won't load the site. *Sharedrop does work, thanks for including that option!*
Woah! Kevin you just saved me hours of work now Im a cookin needto put some awesomesauce on dat 🍽 you da man! ☺
Another Kevin Cookie Company quality product. Thanks Kevin. Life has become quite easier.
Thank you so much for sharing. Once I transfer something from my iPhone to my computer I’m assuming it’s ok to delete the file on iPhone to conserve on storage?
THANK YOU!!! SO needed! This issue was taking me FOREVER to figure out.
This is pretty good! I just bought a new Samsung S23 and was trying to copy a file from my OneDrive to my 'My Files' on my phone. SURPRISE!!!!! It doesnt work, rediculous arcane, meaningless errors, but, try again later.
Almost 2024 and we're STILL experienceing these issue?? Well at least we can have fun wallpapers, that's very productive and useful.
Thank You So Much for this! You saved me having to buy a USB Male to USB Male cable to go on my adapter for my new Pixel 7, not Pro, and this site works perfectly for my home made wallpaper. 😁👍👍👍
Thanks for your support, Kevin. Be heathy and happy.
Your channel really is one of the Best online when it comes to tech tips! Much appreciated
WOW! Thanks man, this really helped me. Better than official Microsoft link.
THIS IS FUCKING AWESOME!! I swear! I have spent half the day trying to figure out how to transfer from my pc to my new mac, MIND BLOWN!! SO AWESOME. Thank you soooo much!!
I've been using the procedure from your video of July 7th entitled "How to Transfer Photos, Videos & Music Between iPhone & Windows PC" which has served me well. I will try this procedure also but I rarely use any of my devices that are Android based so I may just stick with the July 7th procedure, we'll see. Thanks a lot.
The one benefit of the previous video is that there's no need for a signaling server to establish a connection between your devices.
Wow! SO easy Boy did this solve a huge headache!!
Thank you so much, Kevin! This is very timely as I have to transfer all my data from one computer to a brand new computer! Thank you!
Kevin, I have just bought a new PC and want to copy over folders of files and some separate files from my old Windows 10 PC to the new Windows 11 one. Is there a way of selecting the folders and copying them to the new PC.
Thank you so much for your help!!!! Great information
this is a really great method and I'm so glade I know of it now but this is only good if doing a few pictures. now if you have a lot of pictures this is not feasible. doing one by one would take for ever. and I would absolutely love to transfer all of my pictures off my iPhone at once or my android in one go instead of one by one. if you have a recommendation I would love to hear it
Thank you so much Kevin. This is a life changer for the mom that shared of any tech functions😅.
I subscribed and love your channel. 💕✨️🌈
Thank you , you are correct and awesome . I deleted my previous comment about this using bandwidth, while actually it used only some kilobytes to set up the connection.
This is absolutely the best Kevin! Thank you!🤗🙏🏾