Share Server vs PaperKey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Local HTTP server
- File sharing over Wi-Fi/Ethernet
- Web browser interface
- No cloud storage required
- Upload and download files
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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!
PaperKey
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Share Server sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PaperKey asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Share Server | PaperKey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wei-Cheng Ling | Satya Rohith Gannamanedi |
In-app purchases
Share Server
- Buy me a coffee$4.99
PaperKey
No in-app purchases









