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Snapdrop vs Share: catalog facts
Snapdrop	Share
Free Free and open source.	Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.
Web	Linux
Works in any modern browser with nothing to install No account or setup needed	Other devices only need a web browser and camera Sends and receives files in both directions
Devices generally need to be on the same network Both devices must have the page open during the transfer	Devices must be on the same local network Linux only on the sending side
Web application	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
No account needed	No account needed
Needs internet	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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