#AirdropSafetyGuide

Is AirDrop safe or does it pose a security risk?

June 30, 2021

Aranzulla de Los Pobres

File sharing is a common practice for anyone using smartphones. It involves sending or receiving photos, videos, documents, or other files from someone.

Sharing files with people is not a big deal under normal circumstances. But with an increase in cyberattacks, it has become a cause for concern. Apple's AirDrop, which was previously believed to be highly secure, is now under scrutiny for a security flaw that puts it at risk. So, is it safe to use AirDrop?

What is AirDrop?

AirDrop is a file-sharing technology that allows users of Apple devices like iPhone, iPad, and Mac to share files while being nearby.

AirDrop uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and peer-to-peer Wi-Fi to share files between Apple devices. The Bluetooth link locates the device you want to send the file to, and then the device from which you are sending generates a peer-to-peer Wi-Fi connection that connects to the receiving device for the transfer.