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Google Removes Always-On 'Everyone' From Quick Share, Matching AirDrop

The shift appears to be a server-side update that narrows visibility to a short 'Everyone for 10 minutes' window to reduce abuse.

Overview

  • 9to5Google observed the persistent 'Everyone' option disappear on a Pixel 10 in what appears to be a backend change.
  • Android Authority first noted the behavior, initially linking it to Play Services beta v26.06.31.
  • 9to5Google also saw the change on a device running stable Play Services v26.04.38, pointing to a server-side toggle rather than a client update.
  • The temporary 'Everyone for 10 minutes' setting remains in place, aligning Quick Share’s options with Apple’s AirDrop on iPhone.
  • Google has not issued an announcement, and reporters suggest the adjustment is privacy-focused and likely intended for wider rollout across Android.