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> For some of these services like WhatsApp or Apple’s Airdrop I’m not sure if there’s a storage provider in the middle.

Not for AirDrop, at least. You must be within RF range (~9 meters). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AirDrop#:~:text=AirDrop%20uses....

> So, considering the solution needs to be cross-platform the easiest way to get something up and running would be through a web browser.

Yes, and Snapdrop seems to meet his 4 requirements: https://snapdrop.net/




> Not for AirDrop, at least. You must be within RF range (~9 meters).

iOS 17.1 allows you to begin a transfer when close by, but keep it going over cellular data so you don't have to wait around the person to finish it:

* https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/ios-use-airdrop-without-wi-...





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