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Magical Share compared with byosynch
DetailMagical Share logo Magical Sharebyosynch logo byosynch
What it doesSend files between devices with light, no internet or accounts Sync your files to storage you choose
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelFreemium Free trial
PricingFree trial for 7 days, then one-time Pro unlock required for sending. Receiving from other phones is always free. Personal: $4.99 USD per month (billed monthly) or $49 USD per year (billed yearly). 30-day free trial for new accounts, card required, no charge for 30 days, then renews automatically. Sync unlimited devices with no per-device limit.
Key features
  • Send files via moving QR codes displayed on screen
  • No internet, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth required
  • End-to-end encryption with three protection modes
  • Support for files up to 200 MB
  • No accounts, analytics or tracking
  • Robust speed mode for difficult transfers
  • App lock with Face ID, fingerprint or PIN
  • Local file storage with backup disabled
  • Works on Android, Mac and web browsers
  • Two-way synchronization with filesystem event detection and periodic scans
  • SSH private keys stored locally on each device, never sent to servers
  • Conflict resolution by keeping both file versions
  • Unlimited device syncing with no per-device limits
  • Self-documenting CLI with stable error codes and JSON output
  • Signed releases verifiable by GPG key
  • Start-on-boot daemon for continuous background syncing
  • Support for macOS and Linux command-line client
What makes it different
  • No internet connection needed - uses only screen and camera
  • No account creation or personal data collection required
  • End-to-end encryption that protects even if screen is filmed
  • Seamless cross-device compatibility across Android, Mac and web
  • Free receiving from any phone always available
  • Your SSH keys and files never leave your devices or reach company servers
  • Single guided setup command with optional scriptable steps
  • Continuous sync without requiring all devices to be online simultaneously
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)17 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)03
Citation Flow (Majestic)827
Referring domains (Majestic)132

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