iPhone and Windows guide

Transfer files from iPhone to PC without a cable

Open AirDows in Safari and on your PC, pair with a QR code, and move photos, videos, or documents without sending them through chat or email.

An iPhone transferring files to a PC with AirDows
Both devices stay connected while the file moves.

iPhone to PC, step by step

Keep both screens active until the transfer finishes.

  1. Prepare the PCChoose receive and generate the temporary PIN or QR code.
  2. Connect from SafariOpen AirDows on the iPhone and use the code shown by the PC.
  3. Select your filesChoose photos, videos, or documents from iOS. Multiple files are sent through a stable queue.
  4. Wait for confirmationDo not lock the iPhone or close Safari before the PC confirms receipt.

Keep large transfers reliable

Keep Safari visible

iOS may pause browser work when the screen locks or the app stays in the background.

Use stable Wi-Fi

Speed depends on both devices and the direct or relay route available between their networks.

Save before closing

Confirm the file was downloaded or written to disk before leaving the page.

Test the route first

Try a small photo before sending a large video across unfamiliar networks.

Common questions

Does AirDows reduce quality?

No. It transfers the selected file without re-encoding or reducing its resolution.

Does it work across different networks?

Yes. AirDows attempts a direct route first and uses an encrypted TURN relay when network conditions require it.

Why can locking the iPhone interrupt it?

iOS can suspend Safari in the background. Keep the screen active during large transfers.

Connect your iPhone and PC

Open AirDows on both devices and start with the QR code.

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