How to send files from iPhone to Android via SHAREit: step by step

Transferring files between devices on different operating systems - iOS and Android - often becomes a headache for users. Despite the abundance of cloud services, many prefer direct transfer through specialized applications like SHAREit. This method is faster (up to 20 MB/s on a local network) and does not require uploading data to the Internet. However, in practice, users encounter connection errors, transfer breaks and version incompatibility.

In this article we will analyze all stages of transfer - from installation SHAREit on both devices to solving typical problems. We will pay special attention network settings on the iPhone, which block detection of Android devices in 80% of cases of failure transmission. You will also learn how to bypass restrictions iOS 17+ on access to a local network and why SHAREit may not "see" your smartphone even when correctly connected to the same network.

Spoiler: if you transfer large files (video in 4K or archives >1 GB), check the free space on the receiving Androiddevice in advance. SHAREit saves files to internal memory by default, and if there is not enough space the transfer will be interrupted without warning.

1. Preparing devices: what you need to do before installing SHAREit

Before installing the application, make sure that both smartphones meet the minimum requirements. For iPhone this is iOS 12.0 and later, for Android - version 5.0 Lollipop or higher. Pay special attention to:

📶 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: both modules must be enabled. SHAREit uses Wi-Fi Direct for transmission, but the connection is established via Bluetooth.
🔋 Battery charge: the process of transferring large files (>500 MB) can drain the smartphone by 15-20%. Connect devices to charging if the level is below 30%.
📱 Free place: on the receiving Androiddevice there should be at least 1.5× the size of the transferred files (the application creates temporary copies).

Important nuance: on iPhone c iOS 14+ you must manually allow SHAREit access to the local network. Without this, the application will not be able to detect Androiddevices. Setup instructions are in the next section.

Warning for users of corporate networks: if your iPhone is connected to a working Wi-Fi network with restrictions (for example, 802.1X authentication), SHAREit will not be able to create a direct connection. In this case, use access point mode on Androiddevice.

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If you transfer confidential data (documents, passport scans), disable the "Auto-save to the cloud" function in the SHAREit settings on both devices. By default, the application can upload files to its servers to “speed up transfers.”

2. Installing and setting up SHAREit on iPhone and Android

Download SHAREit from official stores:

📱 For iPhone: App Store (version no lower than 6.0).
🤖 For Android: Google Play (version 5.8+).

After installation, complete required settings on iPhone:

Open Settings → SHAREit.
Turn on the switch "Local network" (in some versions - "Local Network").
Go to Settings → Privacy → Local network and add SHAREit to the list of allowed applications.

On Android additional settings are usually not required, but check:

🔒 Permissions: the application must be accessible storage, camera (for QR code), location and Bluetooth.
📡 Transfer mode: in settings SHAREit select "Fast transfer" (uses Wi-Fi Direct).

⚠️ Attention: If installed on Androiddevice VPN or power saving mode is active, turn them off before transferring. These functions may block the Wi-Fi Directconnection.

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3. Step-by-step guide: how to send files from iPhone to Android

Follow this algorithm for successful transfer:

Step 1. Start transfer to iPhone

Open SHAREit and click "Send" (icon "+" at the bottom of the screen).
Select files to transfer (photos, videos, documents). To batch send, hold your finger on the first file and mark the others.
Click "Next" —the application will start searching for devices.

Step 2. Connecting an Android device

On Androidsmartphone, open SHAREit and select "Get".
Wait for the avatar iPhone to appear in the list of available devices. If it is not there, click "Update" (round arrow).
Touch the name iPhone - the connection will begin via Wi-Fi Direct.

Step 3. Start of transfer

📲 On iPhone confirm the connection by clicking "Connect" in the pop-up window.
🔄 Wait for creation Wi-Fi Direct-network (on Android a notification about connecting to the access point will appear "SHAREit_XXXX").
⏳ The transfer will begin automatically. Do not lock the screen on both devices!

⚠️ Attention: If the transmission is interrupted by 90-99%, check antivirus on Android. Some apps (for example, Avast or 360 Security) block incoming files as “suspicious”. Add SHAREit to the exceptions.

What to do if SHAREit does not see the device?

1. Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not mobile data).

2. On your iPhone, go to Settings → Wi-Fi and disable the "Private Wi-Fi Address" option.

3. Restart Bluetooth on both devices.

4. If you use Android 12+, enable "Enhanced Device Discovery" in the Wi-Fi settings.

4. Solving common transmission problems

Even with proper configuration, users encounter errors. The table below shows typical problems and ways to solve them:

Problem	Probable cause	Solution
Devices do not find each other	Blocking the local network on iPhone	Allow access to the local network in `Settings → SHAREit`
Transfer stops at 50%	Low memory on Android	Clear cache or select SD card as target drive
Transfer speed <1 MB/s	Automatic switching to mobile data	Disable mobile data on both devices
Error "Unable to connect"	IP address conflict on the local network	Reboot the router or use an access point on Android

For files larger than 1 GB, we recommend using alternative method:

On Android turn on access point mode (Settings → Access point and modem).
Connect iPhone to this network.
Run SHAREit on both devices and repeat the transfer.

⚠️ Attention for iOS 17+ users: Apple has tightened restrictions on application access to the local network. If SHAREit stopped working after the update, try Alternate App Store versions (for example, AltStore) or use LocalSend —an open analog without restrictions.

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If SHAREit keeps turning off during transfers, check your Android's power saving settings. Add the application to the "Battery optimization exceptions" list (path: Settings → Battery → Battery optimization).

5. Alternative methods for transferring files between iOS and Android

If SHAREit did not cope with the task, consider these options:

📌 Cloud services (for files <5 GB)

🌥️ Google Drive: download files from iPhone via browser, then download to Android.
🍎 iCloud: download files to iCloud Drive, then open icloud.com to Android.

📌 Direct transmission via cable

⚡ Lightning-to-USB-C: connect iPhone to Android via the adapter and use Files by Google to copy.
🖥️ Intermediary computer: copy files from iPhone to PC via iTunes, then move to Android.

📌 Specialized applications

🔄 LocalSend: open analogue SHAREit without unnecessary water and restrictions (available on localsend.org).
📶 Snapdrop: web service for transmission through a browser (works in one network).

For regular transfer large files (for example, video from a camera), the optimal solution will be NAS drive (for example, Synology DS220+) with automatic backup from both devices.

6. Transfer security: how to protect your data

When using SHAREit (and similar services), consider the risks:

🔍 Data interception: Wi-Fi Direct is encrypted, but vulnerable to "man-in-the-middle" attacks on public networks. Avoid sharing passwords or bank documents.
📤 Automatic upload to the cloud: in settings SHAREit disable "Auto-save to the cloud" (path: Settings → Cloud).
🦠 Malicious files: on Android enable scanning of downloaded files with an antivirus (for example, Malwarebytes).

For maximum security:

Use VPN (for example, ProtonVPN) on both devices during transfer.
After transfer, delete temporary files in folder SHAREit on Android (/storage/emulated/0/SHAREit).
For critical data (for example, scans of documents) use encrypted archives (format .zip with a password).

⚠️ Attention: In 2026, researchers discovered a vulnerability in SHAREit (versions before 6.2.5), which allows you to remotely execute code on devices. Update the application to the latest version or use alternatives like LocalSend.

7. Optimizing transmission speed: how to speed up the process

The transmission speed through SHAREit depends on several factors. Here's how to increase it:

📶 Network settings

Use 5 GHz band on the router (if supported). In the Wi-Fi settings, select "5GHz" instead of "2.4GHz".
Disconnect all other devices from the network during the transfer.
If the router is dual-band, bind iPhone and Android to one frequency (for example, only to 5GHz).

📱 Device settings

On Android turn on performance mode (Settings → Battery → Performance mode).
On iPhone disable background application updating (Settings → General → Content update).
Close all background applications on both devices (especially instant messengers and streaming services).

To test the real speed, use the utility LAN Speed Test (available on AndroidNormal indicators:

📱 iPhone → Android:). 10-15 MB/s (in ideal conditions up to 20 MB/s).
📱 Android → iPhone: 8-12 MB/s (limited by protocol Apple Wireless Direct Link).

⚠️ Attention: If the speed drops below 1 MB/s, check Wi-Fi regional settings on the router. Some channels (for example, 12-14 in range 2.4GHz) may be prohibited in your country, resulting in an automatic reduction in speed.

8. Frequently asked questions and answers (FAQ)

❓ Why does SHAREit not see my iPhone, although both devices are on the same network?

The problem in 90% of cases is related to the settings local network on iPhone. Check:

In Settings → SHAREit the option is enabled "Local network".
In Settings → Privacy → Local network the application is allowed access.
Disabled VPN and mode"In airplane".

If that doesn't help, reboot both devices and the router.

❓ Is it possible to transfer files from iPhone to Android without the Internet?

Yes, SHAREit creates direct connection via Wi-Fi Direct, so the Internet is not required. However:

Both devices must support Wi-Fi Direct (all models iPhone s iOS 7+ i Android s version 4.0+ compatible).
In public places (cafes, airports), transmission may be blocked by network settings.

Alternative: use access point mode on Android and connect to it iPhone.

❓ How to transfer files larger than 4 GB?

SHAREit officially supports files up to 20 GB, but in practice there are limitations:

On iPhone with a file system APFS maximum size of one file - 8 GB (limit iOS).
For files >4 GB, use archiving (application iZip for iPhone).
If the transfer is interrupted, split the file into parts (for example, a video can be divided into iMovie).

❓ Is it safe to transfer personal photos via SHAREit?

SHAREit does not encrypt the transmitted data at the end-to-endlevel, therefore:

🔒 In public networks (hotels, cafes) the risk of interception is higher. Use VPN.
📁 For confidential photos, pre-pack them in password-protected archive (format .zip or .7z).
🗑️ After transfer, delete the files from the folder SHAREit on both devices.

For maximum security, use alternatives like LocalSend open source.

❓ Why do files on Android open with an error after transfer?

Frequent reasons and solutions:

📄 File corruption: restart the transfer after clearing the cache SHAREit.
📱 Format incompatibility: iPhone saves video in .MOV (codecs H.264), which may not play on older ones Android. Use a converter (for example, VLC).
🔧 File system limitations: if the file is saved on SD card with a file system FAT32, the maximum file size is 4 GB. Format the card in exFAT.

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