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Life & fun · December 26, 2015

Snapdrop

Web-based clone of Apple's Airdrop

Snapdrop launched on December 26, 2015 with 254 votes, #54 of 3,505 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

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In plain words

Snapdrop is a web-based file-sharing tool that lets users instantly transfer files between nearby devices, similar to Apple's AirDrop. It works through web browsers and uses microphone access to help Chrome detect and connect to nearby devices, though no audio is recorded. The service is designed for anyone needing quick, direct file transfers across computers and mobile devices without relying on cloud storage or email.

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From the sources

Instantly share files between devices

Allowing microphone access helps Chrome connect to nearby devices. Snapdrop will briefly activate your microphone and stop it immediately. No audio is recorded orfrom snapdrop.me

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