The client-side code (JavaScript) is open source and hosted on GitHub. While you should not assume every deployed version is perfect, the fact that security researchers can inspect the code is better than proprietary, closed-source tools.
Sharedrop.io is a free, browser-based application that mimics Apple’s AirDrop. It uses (Web Real-Time Communication), an open-source project supported by Google, Mozilla, and Apple, to create direct P2P connections between devices. sharedrop.io safe
For maximum safety on local networks, LocalSend (fully open source, no central server, TLS encrypted) is superior. But Sharedrop.io beats LocalSend in convenience because it requires no app installation. The client-side code (JavaScript) is open source and
| Tool | Safety Feature | |------|----------------| | | No internet exposure | | Magic Wormhole (CLI) | P2P + encrypted + short codes | | Send (by Timvisee) | End-to-end encrypted + optional password | | OnionShare | Routes through Tor – hides IP | | Tool | Safety Feature | |------|----------------| |