The PeerFlow blog

Practical guides to sending files, chatting privately, calling, sharing your screen, working on someone else’s computer and meeting without the cost — all peer to peer, for freelancers, small teams and startups.

Security4 min read

Ten Digital Privacy Habits for People Who Work From Home

Remote work moves the office into your living room, and your network, devices and habits become the company’s problem too. Ten simple habits make a big difference.

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File sharing3 min read

P2P vs Cloud File Sharing: Which Is Better for Privacy?

Cloud storage and peer-to-peer transfer solve different problems. This comparison covers privacy, speed, cost and convenience, so you can pick the right tool each time.

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Security4 min read

Permissions PeerFlow Asks For and Why Each One Is Needed

When an app asks for permissions, it is fair to ask why. Here is what PeerFlow asks for the first time you open it, what each one is used for and what you lose by refusing.

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Chat4 min read

Choosing a WhatsApp Alternative: A Checklist for Privacy and Practicality

Switching messenger is easy. Getting your friends to switch is hard. This checklist helps you choose an alternative that is private enough and practical enough to stick.

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Security4 min read

Remote Desktop Privacy: What Can the Other Person See and Do?

Letting someone into your computer is an act of trust. This guide explains in plain words what they can see and do, what they cannot, and how to stay in control.

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File sharing3 min read

Private File Sharing for Lawyers, Accountants and Consultants

When documents are confidential, every extra copy on a server is a risk. Here is how direct, encrypted transfer reduces that risk for professionals who handle client files.

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Teams4 min read

PeerFlow for Families: Stay in Touch, Share Photos and Help Each Other Privately

Families scatter across cities and countries, and the tools that keep them close are often ad-driven and noisy. Here is a calmer, private alternative.

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Chat4 min read

Chat History Backup: Keep an Encrypted Copy in Your Own Folder

Because PeerFlow does not keep your conversations on its servers, the history is yours to look after. A backup folder gives you a safety net you control.

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Meetings3 min read

How to Record an Online Meeting and Keep the Video Private

Recordings are useful for people who missed a meeting, and risky when they end up in the wrong place. Here is how to record on your own device and keep control of the video.

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