There is still no direct, native support for true AirDrop transfers between Android and iPhone as of 2025. Apple’s AirDrop remains exclusive to its own ecosystem, and Android’s native sharing technologies (like Quick Share or Nearby Share) do not have built-in interoperability with iOS devices [8] [10]. However, you can easily transfer files between Android and iPhone using third-party solutions:
- Snapdrop: Works on any device with a web browser. Go to the Snapdrop website on both your Android and iPhone, and you can instantly send files between them without installing any app [9].
- AirDroid Personal: Install the app on both devices, sign in with the same account, and transfer files over your local Wi-Fi or the internet. It supports all file types and works across Android and iOS [10].
- Cloud Services (e.g., Google Drive, iCloud, OneDrive, Dropbox): Upload files from one device and download or share them on the other. This method is especially good for larger files or sharing with multiple devices [10].
- Move to iOS (for migration): If you are switching entirely from Android to iPhone, Apple’s Move to iOS app transfers photos, messages, contacts, and more during the setup of a new iPhone, but is not designed for day-to-day file sharing [13] [14].
Although you may find apps on the Play Store using terms like “Airdrop” for Android, these are not compatible with Apple’s AirDrop and typically require installation on both devices [11].
Summary:
- Native AirDrop between Android and iPhone: Not available [8].
- Cross-platform wireless sharing: Use Snapdrop, AirDroid, or cloud storage [9] [10].
- Complete migration: Use Move to iOS during initial iPhone setup [13] [14].
There are no signs (as of July 2025) that Apple or Google have enabled fully integrated, direct AirDrop compatibility across platforms. Third-party solutions remain the only reliable answer.