Mixed-device households
Share between family devices even when some use Android, others use iPhone, and the computers run Windows or macOS.
Built for mixed-device workflows
Cross-Platform File Sharing for All Your Devices
Send files, text, and links between Windows, Android, macOS, Linux, iPhone, and iPad through one TapSend account. No USB cable is required, and the devices do not need to share the same local network.
- Six platforms
- No USB cable
- Files and text
- HTTPS/TLS in transit
Windows
Android
macOS
Linux
iPhone
iPad
One account across supported platforms
What is cross-platform file sharing?
Cross-platform file sharing is the ability to move content between devices that run different operating systems. Instead of relying on a platform-specific feature or USB cable, you use one compatible workflow across phones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers.
Why it matters
Your Devices Should Work Together
A mixed-device setup should not force you into a different transfer method for every operating-system pair.
Personal and work devices
Move selected content between supported devices that use different operating systems and internet connections.
No shared network requirement
The devices need internet access, but they do not have to join the same Wi-Fi or local network.
Files and text together
Use one Send experience for common files, pasted text, and links.
Desktop-to-desktop transfers
Connect Windows, macOS, and Linux computers without depending on one vendor's ecosystem.
Phone-to-computer workflows
Send selected content between supported mobile and desktop platforms without connecting a USB cable.
One consistent process
How Cross-Platform Sharing Works with TapSend
Install the appropriate app, connect your devices through one account, and choose where the content should go.
- 1
Install TapSend
Download the correct TapSend app on each supported device.
- 2
Sign in
Use the same TapSend account on the devices you want to connect.
- 3
Name your devices
Choose clear device names so each recipient is easy to recognize.
- 4
Choose content
Select supported files or enter text or a link in the Send flow.
- 5
Select and send
Choose the named recipient device and start the transfer.
Install TapSend
Supported Platforms
Download TapSend for each supported device you want to connect.
Device-to-device guides
Common Cross-Platform Workflows
Open a detailed guide for the exact devices you want to connect.
Android to Windows
Transfer files from an Android phone to a Windows PC.
Windows to Android
Send files and text from Windows to Android.
iPhone to Windows
Move selected content from iPhone to Windows.
Windows to iPhone
Send files from a Windows PC to an iPhone.
Android to Mac
Transfer files from Android to macOS.
Mac to Android
Send selected files from a Mac to Android.
Mac to Windows
Move files from macOS to Windows.
Windows to Mac
Transfer files from Windows to macOS.
TapSend's approach
Key Cross-Platform Features
The product facts that define how TapSend moves content between supported operating systems.
Six supported platforms
TapSend provides downloads for Windows, Android, macOS, Linux, iPhone, and iPad.
One account
Connect supported devices through one TapSend account and identify each by name.
Files, text, and links
Use the same Send experience for common files and lightweight text content.
No USB cable
Start transfers through the app without physically connecting the devices.
Cloud-backed delivery
TapSend requires internet access and is not an offline or peer-to-peer transfer tool.
HTTPS/TLS in transit
Data is protected in transit using HTTPS/TLS. TapSend does not claim end-to-end encryption.
Fix common issues
Cross-Platform Transfer Troubleshooting
Start with the account, connectivity, permission, and plan checks that apply to TapSend.
A device does not appear
Confirm both devices use the same TapSend account, have internet access, and have TapSend open.
The devices use different accounts
Sign out on one device and sign back in with the account used on the other device.
TapSend cannot access a file
Review the operating system's file or photo permissions and allow access to the content you want to send.
The transfer failed
Check both internet connections, reopen TapSend, and retry the transfer.
The file is too large
Review the per-transfer file-size allowance for your current TapSend plan.
A plan limit was reached
Check current usage and plan limits before retrying or selecting a smaller file.
No notification appeared
Open TapSend on the receiving device and check transfer history instead of relying only on a system notification.
The received file is hard to find
Open the transfer details and confirm the location selected when opening or saving the file.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about cross-platform file sharing with TapSend.
What is cross-platform file sharing?+
It means moving files between devices that use different operating systems, such as Android and Windows or iPhone and Windows, through one compatible transfer workflow.
Which platforms does TapSend support?+
TapSend provides apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPhone, and iPad.
Do both devices need the same Wi-Fi network?+
No. Both devices need internet access, but they do not need to share the same Wi-Fi or local network.
Do I need a USB cable?+
No. TapSend uses cloud-backed delivery, so you do not need to connect the devices with a USB cable.
Does TapSend require an account?+
Yes. Sign in with the same TapSend account on the supported devices you want to connect.
Does TapSend work offline?+
No. TapSend requires an active internet connection on both devices.
Is TapSend peer-to-peer?+
No. TapSend uses cloud-backed delivery rather than a direct peer-to-peer connection.
How does TapSend protect transfers?+
TapSend protects data in transit using HTTPS/TLS. It does not claim end-to-end encryption.
What can I share with TapSend?+
TapSend supports files, text, and links. File-selection and save options can vary by operating system.
Are there file-size or usage limits?+
Yes. File-size and usage allowances depend on your current TapSend plan.
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Connect Every Supported Device
Install TapSend on Windows, Android, macOS, Linux, iPhone, and iPad, then use one account for a consistent cross-platform transfer workflow.
Internet access and a TapSend account are required.