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Magical Share compared with PNG.now
DetailMagical Share logo Magical SharePNG.now logo PNG.now
What it doesSend files between devices with light, no internet or accounts REST API for image conversion and file transformation
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Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree trial for 7 days, then one-time Pro unlock required for sending. Receiving from other phones is always free. Free tier with 10 conversions/day (guest) or Free Account with 20 conversions/day. Premium: €9.99/month or €95.99/year with unlimited conversions, API access (60 req/min), and 200 MB file size. Premium Plus: €29.99/month or €287.99/year with 1 GB file size, API access (500 req/min), webhooks, batch
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
  • API key authentication
  • Rate limiting and quota management
  • Credit-based pricing system
  • Over-quota protection
  • Commercial license for reselling
  • White-label output files
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
  • No SDK required, only API key and HTTP client needed
  • Asynchronous design handles large files efficiently
  • No overage charges, refused requests not billed
  • Credits never expire with one-off purchase
  • 30% cheaper credits with monthly subscription
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)18 +1 (up) since last check29 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)05
Citation Flow (Majestic)811
Referring domains (Majestic)14

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