Receivd - Real-time file sharing for families, friends and coworkers

In plain words

Receivd is a file-sharing application with desktop and web versions that lets users share files with families, friends, and coworkers through drag-and-drop functionality. Users can create contact lists or send files to individual recipients, even when they're offline. The platform handles large files up to gigabyte sizes and preserves original photo and video quality without modification. It uses standards-based technology to enable secure, straightforward file transfers across devices.

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In the maker’s words, at launch

Hello HN, meet Receivd. Receivd is our solution to the problem of sharing files securely and easily with your family, friends and coworkers. http://receivd.com/early-access With the desktop and web app, you can create lists of people, then drag and drop files to share instantly. You can also send files to just one…

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