A Snapdrop alternative that doesn't need both devices online

Last verified October 27, 2026

TL;DR

Snapdrop and PairDrop send files directly between two devices that are open at the same moment, with nothing stored on a server. kuick.io stores the sharing for up to 24 hours, so the other device can pick it up later, and “Allow my network” shows it to every device on your connection.

Try kuick.io free

Why people look for a Snapdrop & PairDrop alternative

Both devices have to be open on the page at the same time.
Corporate or guest Wi-Fi often blocks devices from seeing each other.
You want to send to someone who isn't on your network.

kuick.io vs Snapdrop & PairDrop at a glance

Feature	kuick.io	Snapdrop & PairDrop
Sign-up needed	No	No
Recipient online at the same time	Not needed	Required
Works across networks	Yes, with a link	PairDrop: paired devices / rooms
Same-network discovery	Allow my network	Yes
Stored on a server	Up to 24 hours	No, peer-to-peer
File size	100 MB per file	No fixed limit
Self-hostable	No	Yes, open source

Choose kuick.io if…

You want to drop something now and open it on another device later.
Your devices can't see each other on the local network.
You're sending a note or a link, not just a file.

Choose Snapdrop & PairDrop if…

You don't want files to touch a server at all.
You're moving large files between two devices sitting next to each other.
You want to self-host.

Frequently asked questions

How do I send text from my phone to my PC without an account?

Open kuick.io on your phone, paste the text and publish. Then type the six-character code on your PC, or scan the QR code with the other device.

Does kuick.io work peer-to-peer like Snapdrop?

No. kuick.io stores the sharing on its servers until it expires, which is what lets the other device open it later.

Competitor details come from public sources and may change. Spotted something outdated? Tell us at hello@kuick.io.

PairDrop on GitHub