Instant Access · Zero Account Required
Receive Files, Notes & Text Instantly.
Enter the 8-character code or scan the QR code to access your shared files, text, links, and markdown notes.
Enter 8-character code or custom slug (3–15 characters)
SAFE & SECURE
Receiver Safety & Protection Guarantees
How RunDrop protects your device and ensures received transfers are secure and private.
Encrypted Delivery
Everything is sent over secure, encrypted channels directly to your browser.
Safe Previews & Sandboxes
Code previews and files run in safe, isolated browser sandboxes without touching your device.
Auto-Expiration Countdown
A live countdown timer shows when the transfer expires. Once expired, it is gone forever.
RECEIVER ASSISTANCE
Frequently Asked Questions for Receivers
Common questions when downloading files, text snippets, and markdown notes.
Do I need to create an account to send or receive files?
No account is required! You can send and receive files, code, notes, and links immediately as a guest. Simply upload or write what you want to share, get an 8-character code or QR, and the receiver can open it right away on any computer, phone, or tablet.
How does the in-browser code runner and preview drawer work?
RunDrop includes a built-in code editor for 13+ popular languages like JavaScript, Python, and HTML. You can format your code with one click, run JavaScript and Python directly inside your browser to see output instantly, or open an interactive live preview drawer to test websites and HTML designs without installing any software or apps.
Can the person receiving my code run it or test it on their device?
Yes! Anyone who opens your 8-character code or scans your QR code can view clean, easy-to-read code with line numbers. If it is a website design or script, they can open the live preview drawer and test it interactively right in their web browser.
How does Nearby Device Sharing work on the same Wi-Fi?
If you and another person or device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, you can open the Nearby Board to find each other automatically. You can send files, notes, or links directly between devices without emailing them, and you can add a simple PIN number so only the right person can connect.
Can I send files from my computer to my phone with a QR code?
Yes! Whenever you share something, a QR code appears on your screen. Just point your phone camera at the screen to open the transfer on your phone instantly, without typing long web addresses.
How do Self-Destruct (Burn-on-Read) and Passwords protect my shares?
When you turn on Self-Destruct, your shared files or notes are permanently deleted the very first time the recipient opens or downloads them. You can also add a private password, meaning only people who know your password can unlock and view what you sent.
Can I delete a file I shared before the timer expires?
Yes! If you create a free account and share while signed in, all your active transfers appear in your personal Dashboard. You can view their status and permanently delete any transfer at any time with a single click.
Can I choose my own custom 8-character share code?
Yes! Members on our Premium Pro and Ultra Max plans can pick their own custom 8-character codes using letters and numbers (like MYFILES1 or TEAM2026). Our system checks right away to make sure the code is available. Free guest shares receive secure random 8-character codes automatically.