LocalSend
An open source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop
LocalSend launched on October 27, 2023 with 3 votes, #1,934 of 4,393 launches that month. The site was still online in September 2026, 2 years on.
What it does
LocalSend is a free, open-source app that allows you to securely share files and messages with nearby devices over your local network without needing an internet connection.
LocalSend is a free, open-source, cross-platform file sharing tool that allows you to share files to nearby devices.
Everything you need for secure, fast file sharing across your local network. LocalSend is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. End-to-end encryption ensures that only you and the recipient can access your files. Works completely offline. Your data never leaves your local network. Transfer files at the maximum speed of your WiFi network. No bandwidth limits. Download LocalSend on all your devices. No account, no login, no servers. Choose photos, videos, documents, or text. Any file type is supported. Tap the nearby device. The transfer happens instantly over your local network. LocalSend is free and open source, made possible by our partners and community. Love LocalSend?…from localsend.org
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