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Apple iPad - Turn AirDrop On / Off

2026-10-22 19:12:14.96

Apple iPad - Turn AirDrop On / Off

Here's how to turn AirDrop on or off to share your iPad's files with nearby Apple devices.
Turning on AirDrop automatically turns on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®.
  1. From a Home screen on your
    Settings Settings icon
    General
    .
  2. Tap
    AirDrop
    .
  3. Select an AirDrop setting:
    Selected when a checkmark is present.
    • Receiving Off
      : AirDrop is turned off.
    • Contacts Only
      : AirDrop is discoverable only by people in contacts.
    • Everyone
      : AirDrop is discoverable by everyone.