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Transfer files from iPhone 16 to a Mac without a cable

Move photos, videos and documents from your iPhone 16 to a Mac using two browsers and a QR code. No cable, no app install, no account.

How to do it

  1. Open sparedisk.com in Safari or Chrome on a Mac, and in Safari on the iPhone 16.
  2. On the first device, choose Show QR. Scan it with the other device.
  3. Type the reply code shown on the second device into the first.
  4. Choose files on the iPhone 16 and send them.

About the iPhone 16's port

The iPhone 16 has a USB-C port. Standard models run at USB 2 speeds, while Pro models support USB 3, so a fast drive won't speed up a standard iPhone 16.

Why browser pairing for Mac

AirDrop and cable import cover Apple-to-Apple. A browser pairing helps when AirDrop isn't an option, such as a shared or work Mac.

Try it with the two devices you have

Open SpareDisk on both, scan the QR code, type the reply code, and send. Free to start, no account.

Open SpareDisk

Questions

Do I need to install anything on a Mac?

No. Open SpareDisk in Safari or Chrome.

Is the transfer limited by the iPhone 16's port?

Wireless transfer doesn't use the port. Speed depends on your Wi-Fi and the files.

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