Droppable

Product Introduction

1. Droppable is a native macOS application designed for transferring large files (up to 2TB) directly from a user’s desktop while preserving original quality, with support for raw photos, videos, and document collections.
2. Its core value lies in streamlining file-sharing workflows for creatives by eliminating browser-based inefficiencies, offering a one-time payment model, and integrating seamlessly with macOS for a lightweight, intuitive experience.

Main Features

1. Users can drag and drop files directly from their macOS desktop to create transfers, with auto-complete for recipients using synced Apple or Google Contacts or manually entered emails.
2. Transfers include customizable expiry periods (1 day to 3 months) and optional notes, while files are automatically compressed into ZIP format for easier downloading, though folders are not currently supported.
3. The app leverages users’ existing Google One storage for file hosting, avoiding subscription fees, and provides a messenger-style interface to track active and historical transfers with timestamps and status updates.

Problems Solved

1. Droppable addresses the inefficiency of browser-based file-sharing platforms that require repetitive steps, multiple tabs, and lack centralized tracking of transfer statuses and histories.
2. It targets creatives such as photographers, videographers, and designers who regularly send large, uncompressed files to clients, collaborators, or teams.
3. Typical use cases include delivering raw media batches to clients, sharing project assets with remote teams, and managing time-sensitive transfers with automated expiry to free up storage.

Unique Advantages

1. Unlike web-based or Electron apps, Droppable is a native macOS app optimized for Ventura and later, ensuring minimal memory usage, offline functionality, and seamless integration with system features like Contacts and notifications.
2. Its one-time payment model ($9.99 for unlimited transfers) contrasts with subscription-based competitors, and future updates are included without additional costs.
3. Competitive differentiation includes direct Google One storage integration (bypassing third-party fees), a prioritized roadmap for password protection and read receipts, and a clutter-free interface designed to avoid disrupting creative workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can I try Droppable for free? Yes, the free version allows up to 5 transfers with full feature access, after which a one-time $9.99 payment unlocks unlimited transfers permanently, including future updates.
2. What is the maximum file size I can send? The limit depends on your Google One storage plan, which supports up to 30TB; users can upgrade their Google One subscription independently to increase capacity.
3. Can I send transfers to multiple recipients? Yes, recipients can be added individually or as groups via email addresses or synced contacts, with no restriction on the number of recipients per transfer.