PasteFerryHow is this different from Universal Clipboard?
Universal Clipboard only works between nearby Apple devices on the same Apple ID. PasteFerry doesn't care about accounts, works on Mac, Windows and Linux, and between home and the office.
How is this different from AirDrop?
AirDrop only works between nearby Apple devices. PasteFerry's Send Files works between Mac, Windows and Linux, across networks too. It doesn't talk to AirDrop; both sides need PasteFerry.
Do I need my own server?
No. On the same network, install and pair; on different networks, turn on Service. You can also use your own server or Tailscale.
No public IP at home. Can I sync between home and the office?
Yes, turn on Service.
Can the server see what I copy?
No, content is end-to-end encrypted. See the privacy notice.
How much relay do I get?
100 MB per computer per day; direct connections don't count. When it runs out, direct still works. For no limit, run your own server.
Both computers are on the same network. Why can't they find each other?
Usually they're on different subnets, or a firewall is blocking them. When pairing, click On a different subnet? and enter the other address. More in the same network guide.
Can I send files to someone else's computer?
Yes. From 2.6, add them as a contact, no pairing needed; the transfer starts once they accept. Contacts can't see your clipboard or history.
What about large files?
Up to 50 MB is sent as you copy. Larger files are fetched when you need them, or use Send Files, which has no size limit.
Windows? Linux? iPhone?
Windows 10 and 11, and Linux on x64 and ARM64. iPhone and iPad aren't supported: iOS doesn't let apps read the clipboard in the background.
Why does the system warn me the first time?
PasteFerry isn't notarized by Apple or code-signed for Windows yet. On Mac, click Open Anyway in System Settings → Privacy & Security; on Windows, click More info → Run anyway. You only do this once.
Is it free? Can my company use it?
Yes, free for individuals and companies. PasteFerry is open source under the GNU AGPL-3.0.
Does it connect directly on office networks with several uplinks?
Yes. PasteFerry tries every uplink.
Why do .uuremote_ files keep appearing while UU Remote is running?
That was a bug in older versions. Update to the latest one.