Do my files pass through or get saved on any server?

No. Nearsend is strictly a peer-to-peer (P2P) platform. The signaling server is only used to exchange temporary session tokens and WebRTC handshake coordinates. Once connected, your files, text, and clipboard stream directly between your devices via WebRTC DataChannels in 64KB encrypted chunks.

How does the Voice Pairing work securely?

When you generate a voice pairing phrase, the host device creates an ephemeral 3-minute token. When spoken on the guest device, browser speech recognition converts the acoustic phrase into the token. The server validates the match and immediately triggers an explicit confirmation prompt on the host device before any connection is allowed.

Does Nearsend work across different operating systems?

Yes! Nearsend works seamlessly across any modern web browser — Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, iPadOS, and ChromeOS. No native apps or software installations are required.

Is there a file size limit on Nearsend?

Because transfers stream directly via WebRTC without hitting a central server memory limit, you can send files ranging from kilobytes to multi-gigabyte videos. Nearsend incorporates backpressure flow control to ensure smooth transmission without exhausting device RAM.

Send Files To and From a Chromebook

ChromeOS is built around the browser, which makes it one of the easiest platforms to move files with directly — no separate app, no Play Store install, no waiting on a sync service.

The usual problem

Chromebooks can run some Android apps, but not every transfer tool has a ChromeOS-friendly version, and the ones that do often need Play Store access enabled and configured first. On a school- or work-managed Chromebook, installing anything at all may not even be an option.

How Nearsend solves it

Nearsend runs entirely in the browser that ChromeOS already centers on. Open nearsend.app, pair with a QR code, PIN, or voice phrase, and send files or folders to or from Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, or another Chromebook — no Play Store, no install, no admin permissions required.

How to do it

Open Nearsend on both devices — Go to nearsend.app in any modern browser on the sending and receiving device — no app to install.
Pair them — Scan the animated QR code, enter the 6-digit PIN, or say the voice phrase to connect the two devices directly.
Send your files or folder — Drop files or a full folder onto the page, or pick them from the file browser. They stream straight to the other device.

Why it works well here

No app to install — runs in the browser on both devices
No account or sign-up required
Works across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and ChromeOS
Files stream directly device-to-device — nothing is stored on a server
No Play Store or Android-app layer required — works in ChromeOS’s native browser

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to enable Android apps on my Chromebook to use this?

No — Nearsend runs entirely in the browser that ChromeOS already has built in, with no Play Store or Android-app layer involved.

Does this work on a school or work-managed Chromebook?

Usually yes, since Nearsend needs only a browser tab and no admin rights to install software.

Can I send files from a Chromebook to an iPhone or Windows PC?

Yes — any combination of Chromebook, Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS works, since all sides just need a browser.

Can I send whole folders?

Yes, whole folders are supported with their structure preserved.

Is it free?

Yes, Nearsend is free to use.

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