Built for mixed-device workflows
Use it between Windows and iPhone, Android and Mac, Linux and a browser, or any other combination that does not share a native clipboard.
FastCopy guide
Universal Clipboard for every device
Apple Universal Clipboard is useful inside one ecosystem. FastCopy gives you a browser-first alternative for quickly moving text between any phone, laptop, or desktop.
No loginShort codeQR codeTemporary text
Web FastCopy now supports text plus small file/image handoff. Larger files and group rooms are planned as separate storage-backed features.
No install required
Create a temporary clip, scan the QR code, or type the short code on the other device. It is designed for quick transfers, not permanent storage.
When native clipboard sync is too heavy
FastCopy is for one-off text transfers: login codes, commands, addresses, URLs, and small notes. It avoids pairing, accounts, browser extensions, and background services.
How it works
The tool stays at the top so you can use it immediately. These steps explain the same flow for anyone comparing temporary clipboard options.
- 1
Paste the text you want to move: a link, command, address, code, note, or short snippet.
- 2
Generate a 4-digit or 6-digit short code. FastCopy also creates a QR code for mobile handoff.
- 3
Open FastCopy on the other device, scan the QR code, or enter the short code on the Find a clip page.
- 4
Copy the text and let the clip expire. Burn-after-read clips disappear after the first successful view.
Best for
- Links you need on another screen right now
- Terminal commands and config snippets
- Addresses, coordinates, invite codes, and meeting links
- Short notes that should not become permanent history
FastCopy vs Apple Universal Clipboard
Apple Universal Clipboard works best inside Apple devices signed into the same account. FastCopy is browser-first and works across mixed ecosystems, but it is manual rather than automatic background sync.
Privacy and expiration
FastCopy is built for disposable text transfer, not permanent storage. Temporary clip pages are marked noindex, robots.txt blocks the clip view path, text is escaped before display, and anonymous clips can expire quickly or burn after the first read. Use it for convenience, but avoid sending passwords, private keys, or sensitive personal data through any temporary web clipboard.
Questions people ask
Does FastCopy sync my system clipboard automatically?
No. The web app creates temporary clips that you open with a short code or QR code. Automatic background sync belongs in future desktop or browser-extension clients.
Can I use it between iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux?
Yes. If both devices have a modern browser, you can create a clip on one device and open it on another.
Is it better than native Universal Clipboard?
It is different. Native sync is better inside one ecosystem; FastCopy is better for quick manual transfer across ecosystems.
Does it require Bluetooth or Wi-Fi pairing?
No device pairing is required for the web flow.