Native and cross-platform builds
Shipping MiDoid on both macOS and Android means clients who need a real app, not just a website, get one built on techniques already proven in production.
Available now for Mac and Android
Move files between Android and Mac.
Private. Local. No cloud.
MiDoid is the missing Android companion for Mac. Send files, browse your phone, and receive Android shares privately over your local network. No cloud. No account. No cable.
Both apps are required. Download and install one on each device.
Get started in minutes
Three steps to your first transfer.
01
Open MiDoid on Mac
Launch the menu bar app and it will start listening on your local network.
02
Scan the QR code on Android
Open the MiDoid Android app and scan the QR shown in the Mac menu bar. No account needed.
03
Transfer files
Drag files to your Mac, browse your Android storage, or use the Android share sheet to send photos and documents directly.
Why MiDoid
Built for people who use Android with a Mac.
No cables
Everything works over Wi-Fi. Keep your USB-C port free.
No cloud involved
Files go directly between your devices over the local network. Nothing leaves your home or office.
No account required
Download, pair with a QR code, and start transferring. There is nothing to sign up for.
Android share sheet built in
Share photos, PDFs, or any file from any Android app directly to your Mac in one tap.
Mac-native menu bar app
MiDoid lives in your menu bar. It stays out of the way until you need it.
Browse and manage files
See your Android storage from your Mac. Upload, download, delete, and preview without touching your phone.
Requirements
Compatibility.
Mac
macOS 13 Ventura or later
Runs as a lightweight menu bar app. Apple Silicon and Intel both supported.
Android
Android 8.0 or later
Distributed as a sideloaded APK. Enable “Install from unknown sources” in your Android settings to install.
Network
Same Wi-Fi network required
Both devices must be on the same local network. Mobile data or VPN connections are not supported.
FAQ
Common questions.
Does MiDoid use the internet?
No. MiDoid uses your local Wi-Fi network only. Files transfer directly between your Mac and Android device. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
Where do received files go on Mac?
Files sent from Android land in your Downloads folder by default. You can move or rename them like any other file.
Why does macOS ask for local network permission?
MiDoid needs to discover your Android device on the network. macOS requires apps to ask for this permission explicitly. Granting it only allows local network access, not internet access.
Why does the Android app need file access?
To browse and transfer your files, MiDoid needs permission to read and write storage. It only accesses files when you are actively using the app.
Do both devices need to be on the same Wi-Fi network?
Yes. Your Mac and Android device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi or local network for MiDoid to work.
Does the connection restore automatically?
After the initial QR pairing, MiDoid will try to reconnect automatically when both devices are on the same network.
Release notes
What is new.
v0.42025
- ›Android share sheet integration for sending files directly from any app
- ›Improved QR pairing reliability
- ›Mac file browser with drag-and-drop upload
- ›Preview support for images and common document types
Part of Booyaa Labs
A proving ground for the tech behind client work.
MiDoid is more than a free app. It is where Booyaa tests a new stack and new features in the open, so that once they are proven, they can ship into client projects with confidence.
Offline-first and local networking
The local-network transfer and QR pairing tested here become the foundation for fast, resilient tools that keep working even when a connection drops.
Privacy without the cloud
MiDoid proves a business can move real data without a third-party server. That same approach lets Booyaa build client tools that keep customer data in-house.
Source
Releases are hosted on GitHub. You can review the release history and download previous versions at any time.
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