# SanDisk iXpand™ Sync

> File transfer and management app for SanDisk iXpand Flash Drives. (iPhone/iPad app by SanDisk.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandisk-ixpand-sync/id923254823 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SanDisk](https://appshunter.io/developer/646153887)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.71/5 from 1,754 App Store ratings · 155 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 147 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2014-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandisk-ixpand-sync/id923254823/reviews.md

## What is SanDisk iXpand™ Sync?

Have an iXpand™ Flash Drive?  Download the app that works seamlessly with your drive as the simplest way to transfer photos, videos and files between iPhone, iPad and computers – without the cloud, cables or internet connections.

What is the iXpand Flash Drive?

It’s like the USB Flash Drive you use to transfer files between computers – but made for your iPhone and iPad1. Simply connect the drive to your iPhone or iPad with the Lightning connector, or use the USB connector to quickly and securely transfer your photos and videos to your PC or Mac computer.
To learn more about the iXpand Flash Drive go to www.sandisk.com/ixpandflashdrive

So easy to use:
Simply connect the drive to your iPhone or iPad with the Lightning connector and the app will launch and, if you choose, you can automatically sync your photos and videos from the camera roll to the drive whenever it’s connected. The app makes it easy to watch videos or listen to music directly from the drive.  To keep your content safe, the app even lets you encrypt files for secure transfer and storage between your devices2.  

Features and Benefits: 
•	High speed transfer to and from your iPhone, iPad, and the drive 
•	Automatically syncs photos and videos from the camera roll when connected 
•	Plays movies directly from the drive (supports all popular-formats3)
•	Encrypts files across iPhone, iPad, and computers for secure transfer2


Support:
Please visit SanDisk support at www.sandisk.com/ixpandflashdrive

Object code repository - https://github.com/SanDisk-Open-Source/SanDisk-iXpand-Flashdrive

Company Info
www.sandisk.com 

Legal
1 Supports iPhone5 and newer, iPad Air, iPad with Retina display (4th generation), iPad mini with Retina display, iPad mini and newer, iOS7x required.
2 Password protection uses 128-bit AES encryption and is supported by iOS 7+, Mac OS X v10.6+ (Software download required for Mac, (see www.sandisk.com/support/ixpandflashdrive) Windows Vista®, Windows® 7 and Windows 8.
3 Support for .WMV, .AVI, .MKV, .MP4, .MOV video formats. Compatible device required.

iPhone, iPad and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc. 

SanDisk is a trademark of Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates, registered in the United States and other countries. 

©2016 Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates. All rights reserved.

## Key features

- High-speed file transfer
- Automatic camera roll sync
- Direct media playback from drive
- Encrypted file transfer
- No cloud or internet needed

## What do users think of SanDisk iXpand™ Sync?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for data backup and transfer
- 🚀 Convenient for iPhone/iPad users

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Inability to recognize/connect the device
- 🐛 Slow data transfer speeds
- 🐛 Buggy video playback

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Inability to transfer/save files
- Incompatibility with iPhone 11 and iOS 13+
- Corrupted/missing data after transfer

**Most requested features**

- Support for newer iOS versions
- Improved app stability and reliability
- Faster data transfer speeds
- Enhanced video playback capabilities
- Chromecast support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 155)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandisk-ixpand-sync/id923254823/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 使えなくはない

*2026-01-07*

アイテムがファイルに送る時、上限50枚なのが地味に不便

タイトルは変えにくいし、
変えたら、バクが起こるし、割と細かい所がお粗末

### 4/5 — TvpeCサポート希望！

*2025-11-14*

以前までLightningで使用してきたのですが、端末を破損してしまい今現在使っているものがTypeC対応のものになります。そのためLightningからTypeC変換のケーブルを繋いで試みてみましたが繋がらず、ファイルを編集することができななくなりました。
また、TypeC用のアプリがあるとのことですがどうやら改悪された模様で、使いづらいという話をお聞きしましたので、どうかこちらでTypeC用のデバイスも対応できることを希望しておりますm(_ _)m

### 4/5 — ◯

*2025-09-06*

ずっと愛用していましたがiPhone16にしたら差し込めないことに今更気づいてガッカリしています。写真が移せないし見れない😭タイプcにも対応出来るようなアダプタのようなものを発売してほしい

### 1/5 — 読み取らない

*2025-06-23*

Iphone16では使え無くなりました。至急、UPデートで修理対応して下さい。

### 5/5 — IXpand app review

*2025-02-06, version 3.2*

Very good user friendly app

### 1/5 — Type Cでは使えない

*2024-10-19*

iPad10世代がType Cなので使えないで困ります。

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work in iOS 17

*2024-07-18, version 3.2*

SanDisk iXpand flash drive 32GB (2014) doesn’t get detected in iOS 17.

### 1/5 — gif再生できないアプリ

*2024-06-13*

アプリ上でgifファイルが再生できないポンコツっぷり
保存はできても再生出来ないってホント保存だけアプリ⋯いちいち📱に戻してから再生の手順➜ザ•ポンコツ❗️

### 1/5 — 教えてください

*2023-11-23*

iPhoneのios17.1.1にアップデートして久しぶりに使おうと思ったら全く読み込まず…他のレビューどおり使えなくなってしまったのでしょうか…。

### 1/5 — サポートしっかりしろ！

*2023-07-09, version 3.2*

有料商品なのだから、アプリもしっかりサポートするべきだ！
iOSの更新にはきっちりとついていってくださいね！
動作が不安定過ぎます。

## Frequently asked questions about SanDisk iXpand™ Sync

### What does the SanDisk iXpand Sync app do?

The app works with SanDisk iXpand Flash Drives to provide a simple way to transfer photos, videos, and files between your iPhone, iPad, and computers. It allows for direct media playback from the drive and secure, encrypted file transfers without requiring cloud services or an internet connection.

### What are the key features of the iXpand Sync app?

Key features include high-speed transfers to and from your iPhone, iPad, and the drive, automatic syncing of photos and videos from your camera roll when the drive is connected, direct playback of movies from the drive in popular formats, and encryption for secure file transfers and storage.

### Is the SanDisk iXpand Sync app free to use?

Yes, the SanDisk iXpand Sync app is free to download and use. It is designed to work with the SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive to facilitate file management and transfer.

### What devices and operating systems are compatible with the iXpand Sync app?

The app requires iOS 7 or newer and supports iPhone 5 and newer, iPad Air, iPad with Retina display (4th generation), iPad mini with Retina display, and iPad mini. For encrypted transfers, Mac OS X v10.6+ and Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, and Windows 8 are supported, with potential software downloads required for Mac.

### How can I use the iXpand Sync app to back up my photos?

You can use the app to automatically sync photos and videos from your iPhone or iPad's camera roll to the iXpand Flash Drive whenever it is connected. This provides a convenient way to back up your media directly to the drive, freeing up space on your device without needing the cloud.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2 — 2022-01-13

Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.1.2 — 2020-03-06

Thank you for using iXpand. We keep on improving the experience and crushing new bugs. We hope you enjoy this release. Please tell us what you think.

### 3.1.1 — 2019-12-11

Minor fixes for iOS 13. We hope you enjoy this release.

### 3.1 — 2019-10-15

Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.0.0 — 2018-12-14

Additional improvements including support for the new photo portrait mode, enhanced contact and calendar event syncing from backup, Face ID support and a list of other small fixes. We hope you enjoy the update.

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