LocalSend Alternatives

LocalSend is described as 'Free open-source tool offers secure, end-to-end encrypted file and message sharing over local networks across major desktop and mobile operating systems' and is a very popular large file transfer service in the file sharing category. There are more than 100 alternatives to LocalSend for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Web-based, Mac and Linux apps. The best LocalSend alternative is KDE Connect, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like LocalSend are OnionShare, PairDrop, Blip and RetroShare.

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LocalSend alternatives are mainly Large File Transfer Services, but if you're looking for Peer-to-Peer File Sharings or Cloud Storage Services you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source and Windows. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to LocalSend.
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  1. QS Share icon
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    QS Share, the first dApp built on the QS Framework. A privacy-first, decentralized way to share files, notes, and chat, with Web2 simplicity & Web3 security.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. AnyDrop icon
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    A free, browser-based, cross-platform alternative to AirDrop. Instantly share files, clipboard text snippets, and chat across devices with zero apps, zero installs, and no accounts required.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. Winpinator is an independent Windows adaptation of Warpinator, developed from the ground up in C++.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. Browse, transfer, and manage files on your Android device from your Mac. Over USB or WiFi. No cloud. No account. Free.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
     
  5. AirPipe icon
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    Self-hosted file transfer tool enabling peer-to-peer sending from CLI or browser using passphrases and WebRTC. Relay never accesses contents. Includes mailbox mode for temporary encrypted storage, requires no account, and supports large file exchanges securely.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
  6. Turn your iPhone or iPad into a portable Wi-Fi file server. LudyServer lets any device on your local network browse, download, and upload files through a web browser — no app install needed on the other side.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  7. 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.

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    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
  8. transferly is a swiss made, safe and secure file transfer service.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
     
  9. TransP2P icon
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    TransP2P lets you send files directly from one device to another using nothing more than a web browser. No cloud storage, no server upload, no sign-up required.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. 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
     
  11. 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.

    77 AirToShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  12. A self-hosted file sharing platform that combines usability and simplicity, perfect for seamless and efficient file sharing. Supports sharing files by link, unlimited file sizes, share expirations and more useful features.

    20 Pingvin Share X alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Docker
    • Self-Hosted
     
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