Comparison

Share Server vs PaperKey

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Share Server

This app allows you to run a local HTTP server on your iPhone to share files. Access and transfer documents between devices on the same network using a web browser, without needing cloud storage or external servers.

Highlights
  • Local HTTP server
  • File sharing over Wi-Fi/Ethernet
  • Web browser interface
  • No cloud storage required
  • Upload and download files
Features
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Share Server is a lightweight iOS app that runs a local HTTP server on your iPhone. Access and share files from any device on the same network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) through a simple web interface - no cloud storage, no external servers, just local network file sharing. # Quick Start: 1. Open the app 2. Note the displayed IP address 3. Open that URL in any browser on your network 4. Start uploading and downloading files!

About

PaperKey

Features
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PaperKey is a simple and secure PDF utility for iPhone and iPad. Add a password to any PDF before sharing it, or remove protection from documents you already have the password for. Everything happens entirely on-device, ensuring your sensitive files never leave your control. - Shortcuts & Automation: Use the "Lock PDF" and "Unlock PDF" actions to build powerful, automated workflows in the Shortcuts app. - Secure Locking: Add industry-standard password protection to any PDF. - Easy Unlocking: Quickly remove passwords from protected files. - Deep Integration: Open files directly from the Files app, the Share Sheet, or use Drag and Drop on iPad. - Privacy by Design: No accounts, no tracking, and no cloud uploads. Your data stays yours. - Quick Access: Keep track of your work with a list of recent files. - Native Experience: Fully supports Light and Dark modes. PaperKey is built for those who need a focused, private tool for PDF security—without the bloat.

Screenshots

Share Server3 screens
PaperKey4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PaperKey at none against Share Server's 1. PaperKey also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Share Server sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PaperKey asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Share Server versus PaperKey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShare ServerPaperKey
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWei-Cheng LingSatya Rohith Gannamanedi

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Share Server

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$4.99
None

PaperKey

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Share Server free?
Share Server is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PaperKey free?
PaperKey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Share Server or PaperKey have ads?
Neither Share Server nor PaperKey shows ads.

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