Online file transfer
Online file transfer, without the upload
Most "online file transfer" tools mean uploading to a server first. FileTransferX moves files directly between two devices instead — open a tab, pair with a code, and send.
Start a TransferHow it’s different from a typical file-sharing site
Upload-based transfer services put your file on their storage while a recipient downloads it — sometimes for days afterward. FileTransferX pairs your device with the recipient’s directly using a QR code or short transfer code, and the file moves between the two rather than sitting on a server in between.
That means no waiting for an upload to finish before a download can start, no account needed for direct P2P transfers, and nothing left over once the transfer is done. If your network requires a relay connection, a free account is all you need.
Upload-based transfer vs. direct transfer
Everything included
Direct Device Transfer
Attempts a direct peer-to-peer connection, so files can move straight between devices.
QR + Transfer Code
Scan a QR code when it is convenient, or type a short code by hand.
No Installation
Runs directly in a modern browser tab. Nothing to download.
No Account for P2P
Direct peer-to-peer transfers are completely free with no signup. Only relay-assisted transfers on restrictive networks need a free account.
Large File Support
The transfer engine is built around chunked data transfer, not loading whole files into memory.
Cross-Device
Designed for phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops alike.
Transfer Progress
See live speed, percentage, file size, and status while a transfer runs.
Connection Fallback
Falls back to a secure relay when a direct peer-to-peer connection is not possible. Relay transfers require a free account so we can manage usage fairly.