Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Open QuickBridge on your PC or Mac
Go to quickbridge.app in your browser. A QR code and 6-digit PIN appear. Both devices on the same Wi-Fi gets you the fastest direct connection, but it also works across different networks.
Step 2: Connect from your phone
Scan the QR code with your phone
Step 3: Verify the connection
Both screens show a matching emoji code. On the same Wi-Fi, QuickBridge creates a direct local connection between the two browsers. Verify the codes match before sending.
Step 4: Send files in either direction
Either device can send. Drag files from your PC into the browser tab, or use the file picker on your phone. The session stays open for both directions. No need to re-scan for a return transfer.
Step 5: Receive and save
Files arrive as browser downloads on the receiving side. Enable auto-save on the PC to skip the per-file prompt and receive files directly to a folder you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not just use Windows network sharing or SMB?
Windows network sharing requires enabling file sharing in settings, setting up shared folders, and navigating network paths. On mixed-OS setups (Windows and Mac, or Windows and Android) the setup is more complex. QuickBridge takes less than a minute with no configuration and works regardless of OS combination.
How fast is the transfer on the same Wi-Fi?
On a 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, QuickBridge creates a direct WebRTC connection between the two browsers on your local network. Typical speeds range from 50 to 200 Mbps depending on your router and device. A 1 GB video finishes in roughly 1 to 3 minutes. Your internet connection speed is not involved.
What makes QuickBridge faster than Snapdrop on the same Wi-Fi?
Both QuickBridge and Snapdrop use WebRTC on the local network, so speeds are comparable. The practical difference is that QuickBridge uses intentional QR pairing rather than auto-discovery, which means you connect specifically to the device you intend to, not the first device that appears on the network.
Can I use this on a hotel or office Wi-Fi?
Possibly, with a caveat. Some shared Wi-Fi networks use client isolation, which prevents devices from communicating directly. If that is the case, QuickBridge falls back to a TURN relay that routes traffic through an internet server instead. The transfer still works, but speed is limited by the internet connection rather than the local network. On home Wi-Fi, client isolation is not typically enabled.
Do both devices have to be on the same Wi-Fi for it to work?
No. Same Wi-Fi is optimal for speed, but not required. QuickBridge works when the devices are on entirely different networks (phone on cellular, PC on Wi-Fi) by routing through a TURN relay. The connection always works; speed varies.
Can I send text and links, not just files?
Yes. The text input box in QuickBridge lets you type a message, paste a URL, or push clipboard contents to the other device. Anything you can copy, you can push. This is useful for sending a link from your phone to your PC or a password from your PC to your phone.
Is QuickBridge free?
QuickBridge is free to use, with no subscription required. Advertisements may appear on the site to help support its ongoing operation.
What is QuickBridge?
QuickBridge is a browser-based peer-to-peer file transfer tool. Open the site on both devices, scan the QR code or enter the 6-digit PIN, and files stream directly between the two browsers over an encrypted WebRTC channel. No account, no app install, and no cloud file storage.
Who is QuickBridge best for?
QuickBridge is best for anyone who needs to move files between two devices in real time without a USB cable, account, or app install. Both devices need to have a browser open at the same time. Choose a cloud service like Google Drive or WeTransfer when the recipient will not be online right away, or when you need the same file to reach several people at different times.