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Textunnel vs byosynch

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Textunnel compared with byosynch
DetailTextunnel logo Textunnelbyosynch logo byosynch
What it doesShare files and text between browsers without signup using direct WebRTC or optional internet relay Sync your files to storage you choose
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelFree Free trial
PricingNot given 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
  • Direct WebRTC file transfer without account
  • Room-based sharing with password protection
  • QR code pairing for offline connections
  • Support for files up to 256 MiB via share links
  • Receiver-verified file completion
  • WebRTC transport encryption
  • Optional TURN and MQTT content relay with permission
  • Browser clipboard and camera access
  • Interrupted file recovery
  • Text sharing up to 64 KiB
  • 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 account or installation required to start sharing
  • Direct encrypted WebRTC connection preferred for privacy
  • Works offline on local networks with QR code pairing
  • Internet relay requires explicit permission for each transfer
  • Cross-platform browser compatibility across iOS, Android, and desktop
  • 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)18 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)53
Citation Flow (Majestic)2327
Referring domains (Majestic)7232

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