Snapdrop

Snapdrop is a beautifully simple web-based file sharing solution that eliminates the friction from transferring files between devices. Inspired by Apple's AirDrop but working across all platforms and browsers, Snapdrop has become a popular choice for ad-hoc file transfers in homes, offices, and educational environments. With no apps to install, no accounts to create, and no configuration required, Snapdrop delivers the promise of universal file sharing that just works. Whether you need to quickly share photos from your phone to your laptop, transfer a presentation from your work computer to a conference room display, or share documents with colleagues during a meeting, Snapdrop provides instant connectivity.

Common Use Cases

Office workers use Snapdrop to quickly share files during meetings without email attachments or USB drives, simply opening the web app on their laptops and phones. Families deploy Snapdrop at home to transfer photos and videos between family members' devices without consuming mobile data or cloud storage quotas. Teachers use it in classrooms to collect assignments from students' devices or distribute materials, with all transfers staying on the local school network. Technical support teams leverage Snapdrop to transfer diagnostic logs and screenshots from customer devices during troubleshooting sessions. Event photographers use it to quickly deliver photos to clients' phones immediately after shooting, providing instant gratification without requiring clients to install specialized apps.

Key Features

• Zero-configuration automatic device discovery on local networks
• Works entirely in web browsers with no app installation required
• Cross-platform compatibility across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
• Peer-to-peer transfers using WebRTC for maximum speed and privacy
• No file size limits unlike many cloud-based file sharing services
• Recognizable device names and avatars for easy identification
• Single-click file selection and transfer with drag-and-drop support
• Multiple file transfers supported in a single operation
• End-to-end encryption ensuring files remain private during transfer
• No account registration or personal information required
• Responsive design working seamlessly on desktop and mobile browsers
• Progressive Web App support for adding to home screens

Why deploy Snapdrop on Hostinger VPS

Deploying Snapdrop on your Hostinger VPS creates a private, controlled file sharing environment that's always available to your network. Unlike the public Snapdrop.net service which requires internet connectivity and routes through external servers, your self-hosted instance keeps all file discovery and transfers within your infrastructure. This is particularly valuable for business environments handling confidential information, as no file transfer data ever leaves your network perimeter. The VPS deployment also eliminates dependency on third-party services that could experience downtime or policy changes. For organizations with compliance requirements around data handling, hosting Snapdrop yourself ensures complete auditability of the file transfer infrastructure. The simple, lightweight architecture means Snapdrop runs efficiently on any VPS tier, providing reliable file sharing capability without significant resource overhead. Your team gains a permanent, branded file sharing solution accessible from any device's browser without ongoing per-user licensing costs.