Privacy
Short version: Synqo doesn’t collect anything. Your files stay between your devices.
We collect nothing
Synqo has no accounts, no analytics and no ads, and no server ever handles your files. We never see your files, your devices or how you use the app.
Where your files go
Files travel directly from one of your devices to another over your own Wi-Fi, LAN or hotspot. They never go through the internet or any server. Received files are saved on the receiving device (in a Synqo folder in Downloads).
Update checks
Your files never touch the internet, but to tell you about new versions the apps ask this website for the latest release about every six hours while open, and download it from GitHub only when you tap Update. These requests carry no personal data — like any web request, they reveal your IP address to the host (Vercel and GitHub). Turn off “Check for updates” in Settings and Synqo never goes online.
What stays on your device
A random device ID, the name you give your device, your settings, the devices you trust and your transfer history. All of it is stored only on that device and is removed when you uninstall Synqo. You can clear history and trusted devices at any time.
What other devices on your network can see
While Synqo is open and discoverable, devices on the same network running Synqo can see your device’s name, type and operating system, and send you transfer requests — which you can accept or decline. Turn off “Discoverable” in Settings to hide.
Permissions
Local Network (to find devices), camera (only to scan a hotspot QR code), photos and files (only the ones you pick to send) and, on Android, Nearby devices or Location (only to create a hotspot — Synqo never reads your location).
Encryption
Each file needs a one-time token from your approval, but transfers aren’t encrypted yet. On a shared Wi-Fi network, someone else on that network could in theory capture a transfer. Use your own Wi-Fi or a Synqo hotspot for sensitive files.
Questions? Open an issue.