Croc Alternatives

Croc is described as 'Enables secure peer-to-peer file transfers across platforms with encrypted code phrase authentication, resuming interrupted transfers without external storage' and is a large file transfer service in the file sharing category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Croc for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Mac, Linux and Android apps. The best Croc alternative is LocalSend, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Croc are Syncthing, KDE Connect, OnionShare and Send.

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  1. portal CLI icon
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    portal is a fast and secure file transfer utility for sending files from one computer to any other computer. All communication beyond the initial client handshake is encrypted. If the sender and receiver can reach each other directly, the file transfer involves no servers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  2. iCroc icon
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    croc is a tool that allows any two computers to simply and securely transfer files and folders. AFAIK, croc is the only CLI file-transfer tool that does all of the following:

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  3. Peer-to-peer sharing app for sending files and text instantly between devices on the same Wi-Fi, with privacy-focused encryption, no login or installs, no cloud or server storage, up to 25MB file support, and compatibility with any modern browser or device.

    78 AirToShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  4. Fullty icon
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    Introduction Fullty (evolution of Fulltransfer) is an all-in-one platform that combines file sharing, e-commerce, and link-in-bio features in a single, simple, and secure experience. It allows professionals, creators, and small businesses to send digital files, sell them directly.

    52 Fullty alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  5. Reezu icon
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    Reezu works well for people who want to send large video files and let others watch them immediately. The recipient does not need an account and can stream the video before downloading it. The original file is always available with no compression.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. PlikShare icon
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    Self-hosted file sharing platform with unlimited users, flexible storage options (local disk or S3), and secure external collaboration features. Own your data, control your infrastructure.

    53 PlikShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
  7. Transfer files between your phone and computer over any network. No cables, no cloud subscriptions, no file size limits.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
     
  8. Free peer-to-peer device sync. Share files and text between devices instantly by scanning a QR code. No account, no cloud, no installation required.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. DropLapse icon
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    A simple file sharing service with automatic expiration. No signups, no tracking, and files delete themselves after download or a set time.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Simple command line based HTTP file server to share local file system.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • DragonFly BSD
    • NetBSD
    • OpenBSD
     
  11. NovoSend icon
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    NovoSend allows creative freelancers (and all freelancers in general) to send large files via a professional and branded page. The download page, what customers see, can be customized with your logo, brand colors, and fonts.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  12. SafeDrop is a privacy-first file transfer tool that lets you send files securely without creating an account. Files are encrypted on your device before upload using end-to-end encryption — the server never sees your data.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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