DC++ AlternativesDirect Connect Clients and other similar apps like DC++

DC++ is described as 'Open source client for Windows for the Direct Connect protocol. Direct Connect allows you to share files over the internet without restrictions or limits. The client is completely free of advertisements and has a nice, easy to use interface. Firewall and router suppor' and is a Direct Connect client in the file sharing category. There are more than 10 alternatives to DC++ for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, BSD and Android apps. The best DC++ alternative is RetroShare, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like DC++ are Soulseek, BitTorrent, Shareaza and EiskaltDC++.

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  1. RetroShare icon
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    RetroShare

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    RetroShare is a open source cross-platform, private and secure decentralized communication system. It lets you to securely chat, share photos, videos, and more, using OpenPGP to authenticate peers and .

    124 RetroShare alternatives
    Network tab with contact list and broadcast subtab open. The subtab shows text and image sent by one contact to all connected contacts.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • OpenSSL
    • OpenPGP
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Decentralized
    2.  Serverless
    3.  End-to-End Encryption
    4.  Peer-To-Peer
    5.  Anonymous Secure Filesharing
    6.  Secure File Sharing
    7.  Shared Folders
    8.  GPG Encryption
    9.  Secure Chat
    10.  Tor
    11. I2P icon  i2P integration
    12.  Voice Chat
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    • RetroShare is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & Linux alternative to DC++.

    • RetroShare is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to DC++.

    • RetroShare is Free and Open SourceDC++ is also Free and Open Source
    • RetroShare is Decentralized and Privacy focusedDC++ is not according to our users
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    Soulseek

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    Soulseek® is a unique ad-free, spyware free, and just plain free file sharing application. One of the things that makes Soulseek® unique is our community and community-related features. Based on peer-to-peer technology, virtual rooms allow you to meet people with the...

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    v2017.2.20

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Soulseek Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    2.  Wishlist
    3.  Longevity
    4. Android icon  Android Sync
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  4. BitTorrent icon
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    BitTorrent

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    BitTorrent is a peer-to-peer program developed by Bram Cohen and BitTorrent, Inc. used for uploading and downloading files via the BitTorrent protocol. BitTorrent was the first client written for the protocol.

    85 BitTorrent alternatives
    Downloading & Uploading

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Search The Web
    App Studio

    BitTorrent Features

    1.  Built-in Antivirus
    2.  Built-in Media converter
    3.  Peer-To-Peer
    4.  Gapless Playback
    5.  Built-in player
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    • BitTorrent is the most popular Web-based & Android Tablet alternative to DC++.

    • BitTorrent is Freemium and ProprietaryDC++ is Free and Open Source
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    Shareaza

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    Shareaza is the most luxurious and sophisticated file sharing system you'll find. It can harness the power of up to four separate peer-to-peer networks, including EDonkey2000, Gnutella, BitTorrent and Shareaza's native network, Gnutella2.

    63 Shareaza alternatives
    Shareaza screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Shareaza Features

    1.  Support for Multiple protocols
    2.  Gnutella
    3.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    4.  Integrated Chat
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Support for eD2K/eDonkey protocol
    7.  Peer-To-Peer
    8.  Built-in player
    9.  BitTorrent support
    Discontinued

    last updated: Sep 18th 2017, 19:11 GMThttps://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/File-Sharing/Shareaza.shtml

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  6. EiskaltDC++ icon
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    EiskaltDC++

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    EiskaltDC++ is a program for UNIX-like systems that uses the Direct Connect and ADC protocol. It is compatible with other DC clients, such as the original DC from Neomodus, DC++ and derivatives. EiskaltDC++ also interoperates with all common DC hub software.

    9 EiskaltDC++ alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Haiku

    EiskaltDC++ Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    2.  P2P Network
    3.  Integrated Chat
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    Discontinued

    The latest version (2.4.2) is from March 2021.

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  7. FlylinkDC++ icon
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    FlylinkDC++

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    a free and open-source, peer-to-peer file-sharing client that can be used to connect to the Direct Connect network or to the ADC protocol.

    8 FlylinkDC++ alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    FlylinkDC++ Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Torrenting
    3.  Built-in Torrent client
    4.  P2P Network
    5.  Download torrents
    6.  Support for MAGNET links
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    Fopnu

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    Fopnu is P2P File Sharing System. 100% Free, Simple and Easy to Use. Contains NO Spyware and NO Ads. Fully decentralized network. All shared files are indexed locally.

    20 Fopnu alternatives
    Network

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    Fopnu Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    Library
    Transfers
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  10. ApexDC++ icon
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    ApexDC++

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    ApexDC.net is the home of an innovative P2P program using the Direct Connect and ADC networks. ApexDC++ is free to download and provides the ability to achieve truly fast downloads.

    9 ApexDC++ alternatives
    ApexDC++ screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows

    ApexDC++ Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    Discontinued

    The latest version (1.6.5) is from 25th of December 2018.

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    StrongDC++

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    StrongDC++ is a client for sharing files in Direct Connect network by using NMDC and ADC protocols. It is modification of program DC++ and it brings many news and features from other modification. Since DC++ is developed under GNU/GPL, you can download source and modify it.

    9 StrongDC++ alternatives
    Public hubs view

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    StrongDC++ Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    Settings window
    Search view
    Discontinued

    The latest version (2.42) is from December 2010.

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    AirDC++

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    AirDC++ is an easy way to share files between users. It is easy to adopt for new users but also includes many more advanced features.

    9 AirDC++ alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    AirDC++ Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
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  13. Spot-On Encryption Suite icon
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    Spot-On Encryption Suite

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    Spot-On is Encryption software that securely connects two friends for chat, group chat, email, file sharing and file transfers with magnet links and P2P web search.

    46 Spot-On Encryption Suite alternatives
    Spot-On Encryption Suite screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Top Spot-On Encryption Suite Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Email template editor
    3.  PGP Encryption
    4.  Self Destructing Messages
    5.  GPG Encryption
    6.  Portable
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Support for Aliases
    9.  Shared Folders
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  File Versioning
    12.  Decentralized
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  14. Lanshark icon
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    Lanshark

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    Lanshark is a free filesharing tool for local area networks. Lanshark allows you to share files with other users in the same network more efficiently. It automatically detects other lanshark users in the same Network and lets you browse trough their shares.

    9 Lanshark alternatives
    Lanshark screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    Lanshark Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    Lanshark screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The latest version (0.0.2) is from September 2007.

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