Share Files Securely With Samsung’s Private Share

WhatsApp may be the default file sharing platform for many people. But did you know that the file sharing feature built-in Galaxy smartphones is even more convenient? It’s Samsung’s way of simplifying the entire process of transferring photos, videos, documents and other files across devices and PCs.

The first is through Quick Share. It’s baked into most Galaxy devices; it enables quick sharing of all file types to Galaxy and non-Galaxy devices. There’s no limit to the number or size of files that you share. The transfer takes place over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and the files can be sent to up to eight people at a time.

To enable this feature, swipe down from the top of the screen of your Galaxy smartphone to access Quick Settings. From there, search and tap on Quick Share to select who you’d like to allow to share files with.

Once enabled, go to the Galley app and choose the files you’d like to share. Then, select the Share icon and press Quick Share from the pop-up window. The available Galaxy devices that can accept said files will appear. When the receiver accepts the share request, the transfer process is initated. The downloaded files can be found in the Quick share folder of the Gallery app.

The process is a little different when sharing with non-Galaxy users. Once you select Quick Share, you’re presented with three file transfer options: Share using QR code, Copy link and Share in an app.

If you select Share using QR code, the recipient needs to copy or scan the code in order to receive the file. For Share in an app, the link can be sent via a messaging app to share said files with as many people as they’d like. Unlike other sharing platforms, the files that are sent retain the original quality and do not suffer degradation due to file compression issues.

Private Share offers better security and flexibility for file transfers. Unlike Quick Share, it supports file encryption by utilizing blockchain technology. You can send just about any file including images, videos, audio or documents. A maximum of 20 files with up to 200MB total size can be sent at any given time to the designated recipient using a phone number and ID number.

Another advantage of using Private Share is that the user can control the recipient’s access permission and file expiration date. Before sharing a file, you can set the amount of time the said file can be views and device how the recipient is able to use it. What’s more, it lets you adjust the settings and recipient sharing permissions even after a file has been sent.

The sender can also check whether the recipient has received the file and whether they’ve accessed it. Samsung says that to ensure confidentiality, secure files cannot be downloaded and screenshots cannot be taken. This is to prevent files from falling into the hands of parties that do not have access to them.

Besides Quick Share and Private Share, other file transfer methods include Dropship and Nearby Share. This allows users to send content to whoever they want and at any time.