Unable to AirDrop when set to "Contacts Only" on my iPhone XR

I need help with airdrop to another device with same Apple ID. Both devices are set to contacts only.

Airdrop doesn’t work until settings is changed to Everyone for 10 minutes


Both devices are on same WiFi with same VPN.


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iPhone XR

Posted on Mar 1, 2024 5:41 AM

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Posted on Mar 15, 2024 7:56 AM

While using a VPN, unless the VPN client supports split tunnelling, you may disrupt access to local network resources.


Fully disable and/or remove the VPN from your iPad when attempting to use AirDrop, AirPrint or similar local network services.

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Unable to AirDrop when set to "Contacts Only" on my iPhone XR

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