Simple text or link exchange between devices

Transfer texts or links between your devices in seconds - with QR code from desktop to smartphone, Short ID in both directions, or live chat for real-time communication.

Start free now How it works
Scan QR code
QR Code to cptransfer.com
Live Chat
Hello!
Hi there!
Short ID
A7B9
💡 Pro Tip for Regular Users

For daily usage, bookmark /app or add it to your mobile home screen. It's the streamlined version perfect for quick transfers!

Why Copy&Paste Transfer?

QR Code Transfer

From desktop to smartphone: Generate a QR code for your text or link and scan it with your phone camera.

Short ID System

From smartphone to desktop: Use the 4-character Short ID for easy transfer of texts or links in both directions.

Live Chat

Real-time communication between devices with instant messaging and secure sessions.

Lightning fast

Transfer your texts or links in seconds between all your devices without waiting time.

Secure and private

Your data remains private and is automatically deleted after transfer.

No installation

Works completely in the browser - without app installation on all devices and operating systems.

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🚀 Regular User?

Use the streamlined /app version for daily transfers. Perfect for bookmarking or adding to your mobile home screen!

Open App Version

Generate QR Code

Enter your text or link and scan the QR code with your device

🎯 Want to embed this on your website?

Copy&Paste Transfer can be easily embedded on any website with customizable features and themes.

View Embed Code Examples
📄 Basic Embed (All Features):
<iframe src="https://cptransfer.com/embed" width="100%" height="600" style="border:none;"></iframe>
📱 QR Code Only:
<iframe src="https://cptransfer.com/embed?features=qr&compact=true" width="100%" height="400" style="border:none;"></iframe>
🔢 Short ID Default (All Features):
<iframe src="https://cptransfer.com/embed?default=short" width="100%" height="600" style="border:none;"></iframe>
🌙 Dark Theme:
<iframe src="https://cptransfer.com/embed?theme=dark" width="100%" height="600" style="border:none;"></iframe>
🇩🇪 German Language:
<iframe src="https://cptransfer.com/embed?lang=de" width="100%" height="600" style="border:none;"></iframe>
🎨 Combined (Dark German QR+Chat):
<iframe src="https://cptransfer.com/embed?features=qr,chat&theme=dark&lang=de&default=chat" width="100%" height="600" style="border:none;"></iframe>
⚙️ Customization Options:
features=qr,short,chat - Choose which features to include
default=qr|short|chat - Set which tab opens by default
theme=light|dark - Light or dark theme
compact=true - Compact layout for smaller spaces
title=Your Title - Custom title text
lang=en|de - Interface language (English or German)

How it works

PC to Smartphone via QR Code

Perfect for sending links, texts, or notes from your computer to your phone

Enter text

Enter your text or link on the "QR Code" tab page on your computer.

Example:
Check out this amazing article: https://example.com/article

Generate QR Code

Click "Generate QR Code" and wait briefly until the QR code is displayed.

QR Code Example

Scan this QR code with your device

Scan the QR code with your smartphone camera and access the text immediately.

Content received!

Device to Device via Short ID

Works in both directions - great for quick text sharing between any devices

Enter text

Enter your text or link on the "Short ID" tab page (works on all devices).

Example:
Meeting at 3 PM in Conference Room B

Get Short ID

After clicking "Generate Short ID" you get a 4-character Short ID.

M7K9
Your Short ID

Enter Short ID

Enter the Short ID on the target device in the input field.

M
7
K
9

Live Chat between Devices

Real-time communication perfect for ongoing conversations between devices

Chat Session Behavior

Only the session creator can manually terminate the chat. All sessions automatically expire after 24 hours for privacy.

Create Chat Session

Click "Create Chat Session" and optionally give it a name.

Optional name:
Project Discussion

Share link

Copy and share the generated chat link with your other device.

Chat Link:
cptransfer.com/chat/abc123

Chat in real-time

Communicate in real-time between both devices with instant messages.

Hi there! 👋
Hello! How are you?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Copy&Paste Transfer and how does it work?

Copy&Paste Transfer is a free web service that allows you to quickly share text, links, or short messages between different devices (computer, smartphone, tablet). You can use QR codes for desktop-to-mobile transfer, 4-character ShortIDs for bidirectional transfer, or live chat for real-time communication.

How do I transfer text from computer to phone?

Use the QR code method: Enter your text on the computer, click "Generate QR Code", and scan the code with your phone camera. The text will be immediately accessible on your phone.

Are there any costs or fees?

Yes, Copy&Paste Transfer is completely free to use with no registration required. There are no limits on how many transfers you can make, no ads, and no premium features. All three transfer methods (QR codes, Short IDs, and live chat) are available at no cost.

Is my data secure?

Your data is highly secure. All transfers are encrypted and automatically deleted after 24 hours. We don't store personal information, require registration, or track users. Content is temporarily stored only for the transfer duration, then permanently removed from our servers.

What is the difference between QR code and Short ID?

The QR code is perfect for transferring content from desktop to your smartphone. The Short ID is usable in both directions and particularly practical when you want to transfer from smartphone to desktop. Live chat allows real-time communication between devices.

Can I use Copy&Paste Transfer for business communication?

Absolutely! Copy&Paste Transfer is perfect for business use - share meeting links, transfer documents between devices, collaborate with team members through live chat sessions. It's GDPR compliant with automatic data deletion, making it ideal for professional environments.

Does Copy&Paste Transfer work without internet?

No, Copy&Paste Transfer requires an internet connection to function as it's a web-based service. However, it works on any device with a web browser and internet access - smartphones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and more.

How does the live chat feature work?

The live chat feature creates temporary chat rooms for real-time communication between devices. Create a session, share the link, and start chatting instantly. Perfect for ongoing conversations, collaboration, or when you need to send multiple messages. All chat sessions expire after 24 hours.

🎉 Free Forever Commitment

Copy&Paste Transfer will always remain completely free for everyone

Always Free

No subscriptions, no premium plans, no hidden fees. Copy&Paste Transfer is built to serve the community and will remain free forever. We believe in open access to essential tools for everyone.

Support Our Mission

Help us keep the servers running and continue improving the service. Your voluntary donations help maintain this free service for everyone worldwide.

Donate via PayPal

Are donations required to use the service?

Absolutely! We're committed to keeping Copy&Paste Transfer free for everyone, always. The service is designed to be sustainable through optional community donations rather than mandatory payments. Your support helps us maintain and improve the service, but it will never be required to use any features.

How do donations help the service?

Donations help cover server costs, domain registration, and development time for new features and improvements. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us maintain reliable service and add new capabilities. Donors don't receive special privileges - Copy&Paste Transfer remains equal for all users.