A lightweight Windows application that allows you to instantly share files from your computer to any device on your local network by simply scanning a QR code.
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No installation required - just download and run!
- Drag & Drop Interface: Simply drag any file into the application window
- Automatic QR Code Generation: Instantly generates a QR code containing the download URL
- Local Network Sharing: Files are served over HTTP on your local network
- Multi-file Support: Navigate through multiple files with a single click
- Customizable Port: Choose your preferred HTTP port (default: 8080)
- Automatic IP Detection: Automatically detects your local IP address
- Lightweight: Small, fast, and no installation required
- Launch the Application: Run
sharefile.exe - Set Your Port: The default port is 8080, but you can change it if needed
- Drag & Drop: Drag any file into the application window
- Scan QR Code: Use your mobile device to scan the generated QR code
- Download: Your device will automatically download the file
- Windows 10 or later
- Local network connection (WiFi or Ethernet)
- Device with QR code scanner (smartphone, tablet, etc.)
This application creates a temporary HTTP server on your local network. The server is only accessible from devices on the same network and automatically stops when you close the application or press ESC.
- Multiple Files: If you drag multiple files at once, click anywhere on the QR code to cycle through them
- Port Selection: Use ports between 1024-65535. Avoid common ports like 80, 443, or 8080 if they're already in use
- Network Issues: If the QR code doesn't work, ensure both devices are on the same network and no firewall is blocking the connection
- Exit QR Mode: Press ESC to return to the main interface
- Built with C++ and Win32 API
- Uses Mongoose embedded web server for HTTP functionality
- QR code generation via qrcodegen library
- Automatic local IP detection using Windows IP Helper API
- Supports file streaming for large files
- Visual Studio 2019 or later
- Windows SDK
- Mongoose - Embedded web server
- QR Code Generator - QR code generation library
- Clone the repository
- Open the solution in Visual Studio
- Build in Release mode
- The executable will be generated in the output directory
Created by sheuronazxe
- GitHub: @sheuronazxe
- X (Twitter): @sheuronazxe
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.
QR Code doesn't scan properly:
- Make sure both devices are on the same network
- Check if the port is being used by another application
- Verify your firewall settings
"Port not allowed" error:
- Use ports between 1024-65535
- Try a different port if the current one is in use
Can't detect local IP:
- Check your network connection
- Ensure you have an active network adapter
If you encounter any issues or have suggestions, please create an issue on GitHub.
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