How to transfer files from PC to mobile without USB cable

Transfer files from PC to phone without USB cable using QrTransfer.io with your browser and mobile app

PC Mobile Documents

When you only need to transfer one file and don’t have the cable handy

At home, in the office, or getting ready to go out, often you have a file on your PC and want to take it to your mobile right then

Finding the cable, unlocking USB permissions, or uploading to the cloud can be too much for a simple transfer

With QrTransfer.io, select the file on your computer, open the app on your phone, and scan the QR code shown in the browser

The file is received on the mobile and you can review it from Menu > Downloaded Files

How to send files from PC to mobile without USB

Step 1

Open QrTransfer.io on the PC

Select the document you want to send to your mobile

Step 2

Tap send and open the app on your mobile

Prepare the phone where you want to receive the file

Step 3

Scan the QR from your phone

Point your browser's QR to connect both devices

Step 4

Check the received file

When finished, it will be available from Menu > Downloaded Files

Why use QrTransfer.io without USB cable

Fits PDFs, work documents, notes, forms, tickets, or files you want to carry with you

It doesn't depend on drivers, cable permissions, or having the same ecosystem on the computer and phone

Select the document on the PC, scan the QR with your mobile, and use it from the app

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to connect the phone via USB?

No, the connection is made by scanning the QR code shown in the browser

Where do I find the file on the phone?

You can view it from Menu > Downloaded Files within the app

Does it work between Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile?

Yes, the computer uses the browser and the mobile uses the QrTransfer.io app

What problem does it avoid compared to USB?

It saves you cables, permissions, and failed connections when you just want to transfer a file from PC to mobile

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