Receive
Enter the room code you were given. You will see the files to download, or the text to copy, straight from the sender's browser.
Frequently asked questions
Is the transfer private?
Yes. The direct connection is encrypted end to end (WebRTC with DTLS), and the files are not stored anywhere on the way. By default FreeSend also checks every file against the original, so you know it arrived intact.
Do we both need to be online at the same time?
Yes. Nothing is stored on a server, so the sender has to keep the page open until the transfer finishes. That is the trade for not uploading anything.
How fast is it?
As fast as the slower of the sender's upload and the receiver's download. On the same Wi-Fi or network it can be very fast; across the internet it is usually limited by the sender's upload speed.
Why could the connection fail?
Some networks (certain offices, schools, mobile data plans and VPNs) block direct connections between browsers, and FreeSend does not run a relay server that could carry the files instead. Try the same Wi-Fi, turn off any VPN, or switch one of you to a phone hotspot.
Which browsers work?
Current Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari, on computers and phones. Chrome and Edge on a computer save the file straight to the place you pick. Other browsers save it into private browser storage while it arrives, then you tap Save, so they need free space for the file twice for a short time.