Introduction to AirShare

AirShare is a cross-platform file sharing application that lets you transfer files instantly between devices on the same local network - no internet connection required!

What is AirShare?

Think of AirShare as AirDrop for everyone. Whether you're using Windows, macOS, or Linux, AirShare makes sharing files as simple as drag-and-drop.

Key Features

• 🚀 Lightning Fast: Transfer files at your full network speed using the QUIC protocol
• 🔒 Secure: TLS 1.3 encryption keeps your files safe
• 🌐 Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• 📡 Auto-Discovery: Automatically finds nearby devices running AirShare
• 💾 Transfer History: Keep track of all your sent and received files
• 🎨 Beautiful UI: Modern interface with dark mode support
• 🌍 Multilingual: Available in 6 languages

How Does It Work?

AirShare uses local network discovery to find other devices running the app. When you want to send a file:

1. Open AirShare on both devices
2. The devices automatically discover each other
3. Drag and drop your files onto a recipient
4. They accept the transfer
5. Files are transferred directly between devices at full speed

Who is AirShare For?

Home Users

• Share photos and videos between your phone, tablet, and computer
• Transfer files between family members' devices
• Move files when switching computers

Students & Educators

• Share class materials and assignments
• Collaborate on group projects
• Transfer research documents and resources

Small Businesses & Teams

• Share files without uploading to cloud services
• Transfer large design files and presentations
• Quick file sharing in meetings

Privacy-Conscious Users

• Keep sensitive files on your own network
• No cloud storage or third-party servers
• Complete control over your data

System Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Operating System:
  • Windows 10 or later
  • macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
  • Linux (modern distributions with glibc 2.31+)
• Network: Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection
• RAM: 256 MB available memory
• Disk Space: 100 MB for installation

Recommended

• Network: Gigabit Ethernet or 5 GHz Wi-Fi for best transfer speeds
• RAM: 512 MB available memory

What Makes AirShare Different?

vs. AirDrop

• ✅ Works on all platforms, not just Apple devices
• ✅ Transfer history with searchable database
• ✅ Customizable settings and preferences

vs. Cloud Storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)

• ✅ No internet connection required
• ✅ Instant transfers at full local network speed
• ✅ No file size limits (in Pro version)
• ✅ Complete privacy - files stay on your network

vs. Email/USB Drives

• ✅ No file size limits for attachments
• ✅ Faster than copying to USB
• ✅ No physical connection needed
• ✅ Send to multiple devices simultaneously

Licensing

AirShare offers two tiers:

Free Tier

Perfect for personal use with:

• All core features included
• Transfer history (7 days retention)
• Automatic updates
• Community support

Pro Tier

For power users:

• Extended transfer history retention (unlimited)
• Priority support
• Available as 1-year or lifetime license

Privacy & Security

Your privacy is our top priority:

• 🔒 End-to-end encryption: All transfers use TLS 1.3
• 🏠 Local network only: Files never leave your network
• ✅ Hash verification: SHA-256 ensures file integrity
• 🔐 No tracking: We don't collect usage data or analytics
• 📝 Open source: Code is publicly auditable

Ready to Get Started?

Head over to the Installation Guide to download and install AirShare on your device.