📲 How to Transfer Files Wirelessly?
Transfer Files Wirelessly Between Smartphone and PC Without Any Cables
In today's world, transferring files between your smartphone and your PC should be fast, easy, and wireless. If you're tired of fumbling with USB cables or dealing with driver issues, then you're in the right place.
In this guide, you'll learn a simple step-by-step method to transfer files wirelessly between your Android smartphone and a Windows PC using a free and lightweight app called WiFi FTP Server. Whether it's photos, videos, documents, or any other files – everything can be moved seamlessly without any cables.
🎯 Why Go Wireless?
Wireless file transfers offer:
- 📶 Cable-free convenience
- ⚡ Faster access without the hassle
- 🔁 Two-way file transfers (phone ⇄ PC)
📲 Steps
Let's walk through the complete setup.
The first step is to create a local wireless connection between your phone and PC.
- Go to your smartphone settings.
- Turn on Mobile Hotspot / Wi-Fi Hotspot.
- Now, on your PC, connect to the Wi-Fi network created by your phone.
This creates a private local network between your phone and your PC, even if there is no internet access.
To transfer files over the local network, we will use an app that converts your phone into an FTP server.
- Open Google Play Store on your Android device.
- Search for WiFi FTP Server by Medha Apps.
- Download and install it.
- Once installed, open the app.
You'll see a clean and simple interface that allows you to start your own local FTP server with one tap.
Inside the WiFi FTP Server app, tap the "Start" button.
The app will now show a Server URL, something like:
This address is how your PC will connect to your phone over FTP.
- Open "This PC" or File Explorer on your Windows computer.
- Right-click on the blank space and choose:
In the wizard:
- Click Next → Choose a custom network location → Click Next again.
- Enter the FTP address from the app (e.g., ftp://192.168.109.189:2221)
- Click Next, give it a name (e.g., "My Phone FTP"), and click Finish.
🎉 You've now connected your PC to your phone wirelessly!
Now that the network location is created:
To transfer files from phone to PC:
Just open the new FTP folder and drag files to your desktop or any folder.
To send files from PC to phone:
Simply drag and drop files into any folder inside the FTP directory.
Your PC and phone are now wirelessly connected, and you can transfer files anytime as long as they're connected to the same Wi-Fi hotspot.
🔁 Reconnecting Later
Each time you want to transfer files:
- Connect your PC to your phone's hotspot.
- Open the WiFi FTP Server app and tap Start.
- On your PC, just double-click the saved network location.
That's it! You can access your phone's files instantly.
✅ Benefits of Using FTP for File Transfers
- 📂 Easy drag-and-drop interface
- 🖥️ No special software needed on PC
- 🔁 Supports both upload and download
- 🔒 Local network use = secure & fast
🧾 Final Thoughts
Transferring files between your Android phone and PC has never been easier. With WiFi FTP Server, you eliminate the need for cables and enjoy seamless wireless transfers in seconds.
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