Cross-Device Transfer
How to Send Large Files from iPhone to Windows PC
Apple's ecosystem makes AirDrop seamless between iPhones and Macs, but transferring large 4K videos or photo batches to a Windows PC often involves slow iTunes syncing or iCloud web limits. LimeShare lets you transfer files directly from iOS to Windows in your browser.
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Up to 3 GB free · Client-side zero-knowledge encryption · No accounts, no logs
Send files with LimeShareKey advantages
No iTunes or software to installOpen Safari on iPhone and Chrome/Edge on Windows — that is all.
Direct P2P over Wi-Fi (LimeDrop)Transfers stream directly between devices over local network at 50–100+ MB/s.
Full 4K ProRes quality preservedNo downscaling, no metadata stripping, 100% bit-for-bit identical.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Traditional methods | LimeShare |
|---|---|---|
| Software required | iTunes / iCloud for Windows | None (any browser) |
| Cable needed | Lightning / USB-C to PC | Wireless (Wi-Fi or Cloud) |
| AirDrop to PC | Unsupported by Apple | LimeDrop (WebRTC P2P) |
| Cloud storage required | Consumes iCloud storage | 0 cloud storage (LimeDrop) or auto-deleted edge storage |
Step-by-step guide
- Open LimeDrop on iPhone: Open limeshare.org/drop in Safari on your iPhone.
- Choose files: Tap to select 4K videos, photo sets, or documents from your Photos or Files app.
- Scan QR code on PC: Point your iPhone camera or open the link on your PC to connect directly and stream the file.
Frequently asked questions
Can I AirDrop from iPhone to a Windows PC?
Apple AirDrop is strictly restricted to iOS and macOS devices. LimeDrop provides the same instantaneous peer-to-peer Wi-Fi transfer experience across any operating system.
What is the maximum file size I can send from iPhone?
LimeDrop transfers over direct Wi-Fi have no file size limit. Cloud transfers support up to 3 GB per file for free.