Sending Files with Taildrop

Taildrop is a Tailscale feature that facilitates secure, peer-to-peer file transfers between personal devices without relying on cloud services, thus avoiding internet-based security vulnerabilities. Currently in public alpha and requiring Tailscale v1.8 or later, Taildrop allows users to send various files, from sensitive documents to family photos and screenshots, across different platforms while ensuring encryption during the transfer process. Unlike Apple's Airdrop, which is limited to nearby Apple devices, Taildrop enables file sharing regardless of device location. The feature is particularly useful for transferring files like Google Photos albums to personal servers, especially given the recent changes in Google Photos' storage policies.