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MacBook AirDrop unvisible

I don't see my MacBook on my iPhone in the AirDrop. I am able to see my iPhone on my Macbook but not in the opposite way.


Wifi is on, Bluethoot is on, Firewall is off, AirDrop is visible for everyone on both devices.


Thank you

MacBook, macOS 11.2

Posted on Apr 5, 2021 1:18 AM

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Posted on Apr 5, 2021 2:17 AM

Please check your Screen Time restrictions on your iPhone.


Screen Time

Settings > Screen Time > Content and Privacy Restrictions > Allowed Apps > AirDrop [Enable]

Watch the GIF below



If you have Contacts Only turned On then please add Apple ID of the sending device to your list of contacts on the receiving device. See the pic at the bottom of this post for better clarity


Before you begin

  • Make sure that the person you're sending to is nearby and within Bluetooth and Wi-Fi range.
  • Check that you and the person you're sending to have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. If either of you have Personal


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Apr 5, 2021 2:17 AM in response to PeterJad

Please check your Screen Time restrictions on your iPhone.


Screen Time

Settings > Screen Time > Content and Privacy Restrictions > Allowed Apps > AirDrop [Enable]

Watch the GIF below



If you have Contacts Only turned On then please add Apple ID of the sending device to your list of contacts on the receiving device. See the pic at the bottom of this post for better clarity


Before you begin

  • Make sure that the person you're sending to is nearby and within Bluetooth and Wi-Fi range.
  • Check that you and the person you're sending to have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. If either of you have Personal


MacBook AirDrop unvisible

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