Google tightens workspace security by disabling “Nearby Share” in Android Work Profiles،
For Android users, the Nearby Share feature is the closest thing to Apple’s Airdrop, undoubtedly the preferred method for transferring files between devices. It can be used in a variety of use cases and, until now, has been available on Android devices without restrictions other than those imposed by the network you are on.
This isn’t surprising considering how Google typically locks down features of workspaces or business accounts due to privacy and security concerns with larger companies. This seems to be the culprit here, as I’m sure the ability to openly share corporate files between work and personal devices is frowned upon by IT security professionals.
The changes began rolling out with Google Play Services version 23.41 on October 18. Google has not provided any information on why the change was made. It is therefore unclear whether an option will be available to bypass these restrictions, other than simply uninstalling the work profile.