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LocalSend
Free, open-source AirDrop for every device on your Wi-Fi.
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What is LocalSend?
LocalSend sends files between nearby devices over your local Wi-Fi network without internet access, accounts or logins. It is free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence with no ads or tracking, and runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, plus a web app. Transfers are encrypted over HTTPS, with optional PIN verification.
Pros
- Free, open source, no ads or tracking
- Works without internet or an account
- Every major platform, including iPhone to Windows
Cons
- Both devices must be on the same network
- Transfers files; it does not keep them in sync
Who should use LocalSend
Anyone moving files between a phone and a computer at home or in the office.
Who may not need it
People who need files available from anywhere.
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