Aetherly AlternativesLarge File Transfer Services and other similar apps like Aetherly

Apps similar to Aetherly include LocalSend, which is free and open source. Other options are KDE Connect, Blip, PairDrop and Send. You're spoiled for choice with Large File Transfer Services like Aetherly: we list more than 25 alternatives for Android, Windows, Mac, the web and iPhone.

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  1. LocalSend icon
     521 likes

    Open-source solution providing encrypted, peer-to-peer file and message sharing across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS without internet access, using only local networks. No setup required, ensuring privacy with no cloud involvement or external servers.

    174 LocalSend alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Chocolatey
    • Mac
    • Homebrew
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • Obtainium
    • OpenAPK
    • Linux
    • AppImage
    • Flatpak
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    • Arch Linux
    • Nix Package Manager
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  2. KDE Connect icon
     439 likes

    Empowers seamless interaction between devices, offering notifications, SMS replies, music control, file sharing, volume control, secure connections, and cross-platform compatibility.

    126 KDE Connect alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • KDE Plasma
    • F-Droid
    • Sailfish OS
    • Plasma Mobile
    • Chocolatey
    • OpenAPK
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  3. Blip icon
     57 likes

    Send anything in a click. Blip lets you send any size files and folders fast by maximizing your speed and keeping your progress if you lose connection.

    85 Blip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Linux
    • US flagUnited States
    Main screen of the Blip app for Windows in Dark Mode
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  4. PairDrop icon
     61 likes

    Browser-based peer-to-peer file sharing for images, documents, and text that works on all systems, including Android, iOS, Linux, and Windows. Enables quick transfers in local networks or Wi-Fi without installation or registration, preserving original file quality.

    121 PairDrop alternatives

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    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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  5. Send icon
     87 likes

    Secure file sharing tool with end-to-end encryption and auto-expiring links. Forked from Firefox Send, it's now self-hostable and compatible with ffsend CLI. Share files up to 2.5GB privately and securely, knowing they won't stay online forever.

    140 Send alternatives

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    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU
    Send screenshot 1
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  6. OnionShare icon
     124 likes

    Enables secure and anonymous file sharing, website hosting, and private chat using local onion services via Tor. Runs a direct web server on your device; no third-party servers or user registration required. Links are password-protected and must be accessed via Tor Browser.

    91 OnionShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  7. AlterSend icon
     28 likes

    Encrypted peer-to-peer file transfers between devices with no size limits, no cloud storage, and no servers involved. Simple pairing via QR or code, supporting large files and folders across devices, all without sign-up, accounts, or personal data required.

    32 AlterSend alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  8. Transfer.it icon
     25 likes

    File-sharing web service that allows users to upload and send files of any size without any cost. No account required for recipients, simple, clean interface, and fast, reliable transfers powered by MEGA's infrastructure. Users can quickly generate download links to share files via email or messaging.

    97 Transfer.it alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Online
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  9. Wormhole icon
     48 likes

    Private file sharing platform with end-to-end encryption & auto-expiring links. Generates links in under 2 seconds with peer-to-peer transfers. Additional features include QR codes, multi-language support & custom expiration settings. Supports Tor Browser & clipboard file sharing.

    177 Wormhole alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
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  10. WeTransfer icon
     114 likes

    File-sharing platform for transferring files like presentations, photos, videos & docs. Free plan allows 3 GB/month, while Starter (300 GB) and Ultimate/Teams plans offer custom branding, malware scanning & transfer recovery. Teams plan supports up to 25 members. Upgrade for unlimited transfers & more features.

    320 WeTransfer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Mac
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  11. Peer-to-peer tool for fast, encrypted transfers of files and folders between platforms without using the cloud or accounts, supporting unlimited sizes, resumable sends, paired devices, ticket-based sharing, BLAKE3 integrity, NAT traversal, and broadcast.

    77 DashBeam (Previously AltSendme) alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
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  12. SwissTransfer icon
     38 likes

    Secure and free data transfer service that lets you send up to 50GB. No registration required, with download links valid for 30 days. Share files via email or link, with optional password protection. Data is stored in Switzerland, complying with GDPR, ensuring secure sharing for individuals and businesses.

    171 SwissTransfer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
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