Moving files between your phone and computer is one of the most common tech chores there is - Vacation photos, work PDFs, a video that's too big for email. SHAREit built its reputation on exactly this job, so it's no surprise that "shareit pc" is such a popular search.

This guide covers the official ways to run SHAREit on a computer, how the phone-to-PC connection works, and where it falls short. Then we'll show a browser method that needs zero installs and works on Windows, Mac, and Linux alike - Often the faster choice for anything up to 3 GB.

ShareIt.onl is an independent web-based file-sharing tool and is not affiliated with the SHAREit app by Smart Media4U Technology.

Key takeaways

  • The official Windows app comes from ushareit.com or the Microsoft Store - There is no official Linux client, and Mac support has been inconsistent.
  • The desktop app needs both devices on the same Wi-Fi, and office or hotel routers with AP isolation often block the pairing.
  • Local Wi-Fi transfers are very fast, often 20+ MB/s, which is why the app still wins for backing up gigabytes of video.
  • The browser method moves up to 100 files, 3 GB total with no install and works between devices anywhere in the world.

Official Ways to Get SHAREit on a PC

SHAREit has offered a Windows desktop app for years. Availability shifts over time, so check these official channels in order:

Official Download Channels

  1. The official SHAREit website (ushareit.com) - Historically the main download source for the Windows version.
  2. The Microsoft Store - SHAREit has appeared here at times; listings come and go, so search the Store directly. Store versions are preferable because Microsoft scans them and handles updates.
  3. Mac users: official desktop support for macOS has been limited or absent for long stretches. If you can't find it in official channels, don't hunt for installers on random download portals - Third-party "SHAREit for Mac" installers are a classic malware vector, the same risk we cover in our guide to SHAREit APK download safety.

One Golden Rule for Downloads

One rule applies everywhere: download desktop software only from the developer's official site or a platform store. "Free download" aggregator sites often bundle adware with popular installers. The setup walkthrough below covers each step from download to first transfer.

Warning: Third-party "SHAREit for Mac" or "SHAREit for Windows" installers on random download portals are a classic malware vector. Stick to the official site or the Microsoft Store, where downloads are scanned and updated for you.

How to Use SHAREit on PC for Phone-to-PC Transfers

Once the desktop app is installed, the typical flow looks like this:

  1. Open SHAREit on both the PC and the phone.
  2. Make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network, or let the app create a temporary hotspot.
  3. On the phone, choose "Connect to PC" (or scan the QR code shown by the desktop app).
  4. Select files on either side and send. Transfers run over local Wi-Fi, so large files move quickly - Often 20+ MB/s on a decent router.

There's also the WebShare route, where the phone app serves files to the PC's browser over a local IP address - No desktop install needed on the PC side. We break that down in our article on SHAREit Web and sharing files online.

The Limits to Know About

  • Same network required. At the office or on hotel Wi-Fi, device-to-device connections are often blocked by the router ("AP isolation"), and the pairing simply fails.
  • Installs on both ends. You need the desktop app on the PC and the mobile app on the phone for the full experience.
  • Ads in the mobile app. The free mobile version is supported by ads, which some users find intrusive during transfers.
  • No remote sharing. You can't send a file to a PC in another location - This is local transfer only.
  • Platform gaps. Linux has no official client, and Mac support is inconsistent.

The Browser Method: No Install on Any Side

If your transfer is under 3 GB, there's a simpler path that skips every limitation above. Using ShareIt.onl in a browser:

Phone to PC:

  1. Open the site in your phone's browser.
  2. Upload up to 100 files (3 GB total).
  3. Copy the expiring link and open it on the PC - Or just type the short link into the PC's browser.
  4. Download. That's the whole process, typically under a minute.

PC to phone:

  1. Open the site on the PC and upload your files.
  2. A QR code appears next to your link.
  3. Point your phone's camera at the screen and tap the prompt.
  4. The download page opens on the phone instantly - No typing at all.

Because this runs over the internet, the two devices don't need to share a network, a building, or even a country. It works on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, Android, and iOS - Anything with a browser - And there's no account or sign-up, so a locked-down work PC is no obstacle. For a deeper walkthrough, see our guide on transferring files from phone to PC.

SHAREit Desktop vs. Browser Sharing

Feature SHAREit app (PC + phone) Browser link (ShareIt.onl)
Install required Yes, on both devices No
Works on Mac / Linux Limited / No Yes
Same Wi-Fi needed Yes No - Works anywhere
Sign-up App account features None
Max transfer size Limited by disk space (GBs) 100 files, 3 GB total
Speed for huge files Very fast on local Wi-Fi Depends on internet speed
Works on locked-down PCs Usually not Yes, browser only
Ads Yes, in the free mobile app No

Which Should You Use?

Use the SHAREit desktop app when you regularly move very large files - Say, backing up 15 GB of phone videos - And both devices live on your home Wi-Fi. Local transfer speed is unbeatable for that job.

Use the browser method when the transfer is occasional: documents, photos, a presentation, a full video - Anything up to 3 GB. It's also the only practical option when you can't install software (work computers, public PCs, a friend's laptop) or when the devices aren't in the same place. For files past 3 GB, see our guide to sending large files online.

Plenty of people keep both in their toolkit. And if neither fits, built-in tools like Quick Share for Windows are worth a look - We compare them all in our SHAREit alternatives roundup.

For the no-install version of the same job, phone to computer transfer runs in the browser already on both devices - scan a code and the files land on the PC.

FAQ

Is there an official SHAREit app for PC?
Yes, SHAREit has long offered a Windows desktop app through its official website, and it has appeared in the Microsoft Store at times. Availability changes, so check official channels first and avoid third-party download portals, which often bundle unwanted software.
Can I use SHAREit on PC without installing anything?
Partially. The mobile app's WebShare feature can serve files to a PC's browser over the same Wi-Fi network using a local IP address. For a fully install-free option on both sides, upload the files to a browser tool and open the expiring link on the PC.
Why won't SHAREit connect my phone and PC?
The most common causes are the devices being on different networks, or a router with AP isolation enabled (common on office, school, and hotel Wi-Fi), which blocks device-to-device traffic. A firewall on the PC can also block the connection. Internet-based link sharing avoids all three problems.
Does SHAREit for PC work on Mac or Linux?
Linux has no official SHAREit client, and macOS support has been inconsistent over the years. On those systems, a browser-based transfer is the reliable route: upload on one device, open the link or scan the QR code on the other.