DirectFileTransfer Blog

Articles about peer-to-peer file sharing, WebRTC technology, privacy, and tips for fast, secure file transfers.

• Why DirectFileTransfer Is a Web App, Not a Native App — Native apps can access your photos, contacts, and files. Our PWA can't — and that's a feature, not a limitation. Here's why we chose the browser over the app store.
• How to Send Large Files Without Uploading to the Cloud — Tired of waiting hours for cloud uploads? There's a faster way. Learn how peer-to-peer transfer sends files directly between devices — no cloud servers, no size limits, no waiting.
• Is It Safe to Share Files Over Public WiFi? — Coffee shop WiFi, airport networks, hotel hotspots — you need to send a file but the network isn't yours. Here's what's actually safe and what isn't.
• I Tested Every AirDrop Alternative So You Don't Have To — AirDrop doesn't work on Windows or Android. I tested PairDrop, LocalSend, Quick Share, WeTransfer, and others to find what actually works for cross-platform file sharing.
• How DirectFileTransfer Keeps Your Files Secure Without Slowing You Down — Learn how DirectFileTransfer combines end-to-end encryption, PIN-based access, device verification, and LAN routing to protect your files — without any login or approval dialogs.
• What's New: Multi-File Batch Transfer, Auto-Accept & Transfer History — Discover the features that set DirectFileTransfer apart: multi-file batch transfers with auto-accept, transfer history, QR code sharing, and automatic reconnection.
• Why Your Files Should Never Touch the Cloud — Traditional file sharing services upload your private files to their servers. Learn why peer-to-peer file transfer is the future of secure file sharing.
• How WebRTC Makes Direct File Transfer Possible — Dive into the technology behind DirectFileTransfer. Discover how WebRTC enables real-time peer-to-peer file transfer directly in your browser.
• Maximizing Transfer Speed: Tips & Tricks — Get the most out of DirectFileTransfer with these expert tips. Learn how to optimize your network settings and troubleshoot common speed issues.
• Comparing File Sharing Methods: Cloud vs P2P — An in-depth comparison of traditional cloud-based file sharing versus peer-to-peer transfers. Understand the pros, cons, and best use cases.
• The Privacy Advantage: End-to-End File Transfer Explained — What does "no cloud storage" really mean? Learn about the privacy benefits of peer-to-peer file transfer and why it matters in today's data-driven world.
• Real-World Use Cases: Who Benefits from P2P File Transfer? — Discover how professionals from various industries use DirectFileTransfer. From photographers to developers, learn how P2P file sharing solves real problems.
• The Hardest Part of P2P File Transfer Isn't the Transfer — It's the Connection — Two browsers want to talk directly. Sounds simple. Except both sit behind NATs, firewalls, and layers of network infrastructure that were never designed for this. Here's how WebRTC solves the connection puzzle.
• Send Files Between Any Two Devices. No App. No Cable. No Ecosystem Lock-In. — Android to Mac. iPhone to Windows. Linux to Chromebook. Every built-in file sharing tool locks you into one ecosystem. Here's how to break free.