What is airdrop and how does it work?

AirDrop lets you quickly share and receive photos, videos, and more from other Apple devices nearby. Before you use AirDrop, turn on sharing permissions in Finder on Mac and in Settings on iPhone or iPad. Apple devices need to be in range of each other — about 30 feet — for AirDrop to work.

What are cryptocurrency airdrops?

Cryptocurrency airdrops are aptly named in reference to physical airdrops using aircraft. Airdrops using aircraft entail the delivery of resources (such as weapons, food, or medicine) that physically drop out of the sky.

How do I Turn Off airdrop?

Press firmly or touch and hold the network settings card in the upper-left corner. Receiving Off: You won't receive AirDrop requests. Contacts Only: Only your contacts can see your device. Everyone: All nearby Apple devices using AirDrop can see your device.

Who can see me on airdrop?

Contacts Only: Only your contacts can see you on AirDrop and send content to your device. Everyone: All nearby iOS or MacOS users can send any files to your devices. The beauty of AirDrop is that it’s integrated into iOS applications. Any app with a built-in share button (the box with an upward arrow) can use the feature.