AirDrop is a fantastic feature that allows Mac users to share files quickly and easily. However, like any technology, it can sometimes encounter issues. If you're struggling with AirDrop not working on your Mac, don't worry. We've compiled a list of 12 fixes that should help you get back on track.

Check Your Device Compatibility

AirDrop requires an iPhone 5 or later, iPad Pro, iPad (4th generation) or later, iPad mini or later, or an iPod touch (5th generation) or later. For Mac, you'll need a MacBook Pro (Late 2008) or later, excluding the MacBook Pro (17-inch, Late 2008), MacBook Air (Late 2010) or later, MacBook (Late 2008) or later, excluding the white MacBook (Late 2008), iMac (Early 2009) or later, Mac Mini (Mid 2010) or later, Mac Pro (Early 2009 with AirPort Extreme card, or Mid 2010).

If your devices meet these requirements and you're still experiencing issues, read on for more solutions.

Ensure Both Devices Are Awake: AirDrop requires both devices to be awake to work properly. If either device is in sleep mode, AirDrop won't function. Make sure your Mac and the device you're trying to connect with are both awake and unlocked.

If your devices were in sleep mode, wake them up and try using AirDrop again. If the problem persists, continue to the next solution.

Check Your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connections: AirDrop relies on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to transfer files, so it's crucial that both are enabled and functioning correctly on your devices. Check your Mac's Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings to ensure they're both turned on.

If either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth is off, turn it on and try using AirDrop again. If you're still having trouble, move on to the next fix.

Check Your AirDrop Settings

Your AirDrop settings could be preventing you from sharing files. On your Mac, go to Finder, select 'Go' from the menu bar, then select 'AirDrop'. Make sure your settings allow you to be discovered by 'Everyone' or 'Contacts Only'.

If your settings were preventing AirDrop from working, adjusting them should resolve the issue. If not, keep reading for more solutions.

Restart Your Devices: Sometimes, a simple restart can solve many tech issues, including problems with AirDrop. Try restarting both your Mac and the device you're attempting to connect with, then try using AirDrop again.

If a restart doesn't fix the problem, don't worry. There are still several more solutions to try.

Update Your Devices: Outdated software can often cause issues with features like AirDrop. Make sure both your Mac and the device you're trying to connect with are updated to the latest software version.

If your devices are already updated or updating them doesn't solve the problem, continue to the next solution.

Disable Personal Hotspot

Personal Hotspot can interfere with AirDrop, so make sure it's disabled on both devices. You can check this in your device's settings.

If Personal Hotspot was interfering with AirDrop, disabling it should resolve the issue. If not, there are still more solutions to try.

Sign Out of iCloud and Sign Back In: Occasionally, issues with iCloud can cause problems with AirDrop. Try signing out of iCloud on both devices, then sign back in and try using AirDrop again.

If signing out and back into iCloud doesn't fix the problem, don't worry. There are still more solutions to explore.

Reset Network Settings: Resetting your network settings can often fix issues with features like AirDrop. However, be aware that this will also reset your Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings.

If resetting your network settings doesn't solve the problem, continue to the next solution.

Disable and Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Disabling and then enabling Bluetooth and Wi-Fi can sometimes reset any issues and get AirDrop working again. Try turning off both on your devices, then turn them back on and try using AirDrop again.

If this doesn't work, don't worry. There are still a couple more solutions to try.

Check for Interference: Other devices can sometimes interfere with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, causing issues with AirDrop. Try moving away from other devices and see if AirDrop starts working.

If this doesn't resolve the issue, move on to the final solution.

Contact Apple Support: If none of the above solutions have worked, it might be time to contact Apple Support. They can provide further assistance and help you resolve the issue.

Remember, technology isn't perfect, and sometimes issues can arise. However, with these 12 fixes, you should be able to get AirDrop working on your Mac again in no time.

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