whats the best way for me to transfer files photos etc.. fro…
10 messages · Claude
whats the best way for me to transfer files photos etc.. from my phone/other devices with this computer which i want to keep separate from my personal info. Usually i have whatsapp/telegram opeened and just message myself to access those files from anywhere i log in, but i want to avoid logging in from my number
Mar 2 Here are some good options for transferring files while keeping things separate from your personal accounts:
Anonymous/Separate Cloud Storage
Google Drive / Dropbox / OneDrive — create a dedicated "burner" account with a separate email just for file transfers. No phone number needed for most. pCloud or Mega.nz — privacy-friendly options that don't require phone verification. No-Account File Transfer Tools (Best for Privacy)
LocalSend (⭐ Top pick) — free, open-source, works over your local WiFi network. No accounts, no internet required, no phone number. Phone and computer just need to be on the same WiFi. Snapdrop.net — browser-based, no install, works on local network. Just open it on both devices. KDEConnect / GSConnect — great for Android, integrates deeply with desktop Linux/Windows. Telegram Without Your Number
You can create a Telegram account using a virtual/temporary number (e.g. from Google Voice, or a VOIP number), then use the "Saved Messages" feature exactly as you do now — just without it being tied to your real identity. USB / Physical Transfer
Simple, zero accounts, zero network exposure. Just plug in and drag files. Recommendation based on your use case:
If you want the same convenience as messaging yourself on Telegram/WhatsApp (access files from anywhere), go with a dedicated anonymous email + Mega.nz or pCloud — no phone number required, encrypted, and completely separate from your personal info.
If you're mostly transferring between devices on the same network, LocalSend is the cleanest solution — nothing leaves your network.
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