Choose the channel that fits the situation.
Taftan covers same-room transfer, screen-to-camera transfer and concealment inside a messaging platform. Every channel applies encryption before sending.
Sound
Sound
The sender plays the message and the receiver listens with the phone microphone. Start with both phones close together.
Strong points
- No internet is needed for a nearby transfer.
Trade-offs
- Noise and device hardware can prevent a transfer.
- High-frequency sound may be audible to some people.
When to useSend short messages between nearby devices.
Four steps to move a message from one device to the other.
The process is the same for every transfer. Switching channels is a single tap.
Write a message.
Start with a short message.
Choose a method.
Select sound, screen or photo.
Set a password.
Use a strong password and share it with the recipient separately.
Send and check.
Follow the app instructions and ask the recipient to confirm receipt.
- 01
Write a message.
Start with a short message.
- 02
Choose a method.
Select sound, screen or photo.
- 03
Set a password.
Use a strong password and share it with the recipient separately.
- 04
Send and check.
Follow the app instructions and ask the recipient to confirm receipt.
No account is required. Keep your device and password secure.
Choosing a sound mode
Try a short message with both devices close together.
| Sub-mode | Carrier | Throughput | Effective range | Audible? | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Audible sound | Varies by message | Keep devices nearby | Audible | Short messages |
| Ultrasonic | High-frequency sound | Varies by message | Keep devices close together | May be audible to some people | Test device compatibility first |
Results depend on the devices, background noise and distance.
Check how your sharing service handles files.
An altered file may not open correctly in Taftan. Test with non-sensitive content first.
OKTransmitted without modification. Use Silent mode.
LossyTest before use; file handling varies.
NoSelect a different channel for this platform.
| Platform | Photo (default) | File / document | Voice note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messaging apps | Lossy | Lossy | Lossy |
| Email services | Lossy | Lossy | Lossy |
| File-sharing services | Lossy | Lossy | Lossy |
| Other services | Lossy | Lossy | Lossy |
If a transfer fails, try sending the original file without editing it.
Two devices. One shared password. No intermediary.
Install Taftan on both devices, agree on the password through a separate channel beforehand, and run a quick test transfer using whichever channel fits your situation.