The file-sharing function of the "HotSpot Tethering & Share File" app operates as a private web service. When this function is enabled, users of connected devices can browse the shared files via a web browser. Since modern mobile devices typically have a built-in browser, almost any device connected to the file-sharing service can access the shared files without needing to install any additional programs.
Our original design aimed to support as many types of devices as possible for easy file sharing, and our stance remains unchanged. We believe all devices should retain their value and be considered treasures rather than electronic waste. Many important files or pictures are often left on these devices and forgotten. Therefore, we continue to release the "HotSpot Tethering & Share File" app to support old Android devices. The free version supports Android 4 and above, while the pro version supports Android 2.2 and above.
Configure the service
Setting up the service is very easy. Enter the configuration page and click the "Start Service" button. Everything will be ready. Client users can connect to the service by scanning the QR code displayed. They can then easily browse the files or pictures. PC users can click the "Or input" link shown in the image above to display the URL text hint and enter the URL into their browser to view the files or pictures.
Share files with or without internet
Generally, users would not insert a SIM card into an old device to provide telecom data. However, they can still share files from the old device using the "HotSpot Tethering & Share File" app. As previously described, the file-sharing function operates as a service on a local network. This means that another client device (Device B) should first connect to the same local network as the device (Device A) running the file-sharing service.
The best practice is to turn on the mobile hotspot on Device A (even if it cannot provide internet data) and then have Device B connect to it. Next, activate the file-sharing service on Device A, and Device B can then connect to the file-sharing service to access the shared files.
On Android 8 and above, the "HotSpot Tethering & Share File" app can create a local hotspot specifically for private network tethering, preventing the sharing of internet data via a telecom SIM card.
In some situations, if both Device A and Device B are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, the file-sharing service on Device A can still operate. In this case, both devices might also access internet data through the Wi-Fi network.
The video below demonstrates how to share files with another device:
Client Side Support
The file-sharing service of the "HotSpot Tethering & Share File" app works best with Firefox 2.0 or IE8 and newer browsers such as Chrome and Edge. For example, Windows 98 users can access shared files via Firefox 2.0 to view pictures using the built-in picture viewer. If a client uses a new version of Firefox on a PC or notebook to view a video file, Firefox can stream some type of video rather than download it directly.
Here are some keyboard hotkeys for browsing with the file-sharing service:
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