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 Blip, PairDrop, OnionShare and AlterSend.

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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 Windows and Open Source. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to LocalSend.
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  1. 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
     
  2. 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
     
  3. 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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  4. FluxShare icon
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    FluxShare transfers files of any size directly between your devices on the same Wi-Fi network. Nothing touches the cloud — data goes peer-to-peer over your local network, encrypted end-to-end with TLS 1.3.

    2 FluxShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
     
  5. Doorstep icon
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    Doorstep is an early-stage, open-source local file transfer utility built for Windows and Android that allows you to beam files and folder structures securely between devices without an internet connection.

    17 Doorstep alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Linux
     
  6. 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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  7. 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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Docker
    • Self-Hosted
     
  8. FileShipper transfers files between your computer and your phone in seconds over your local network, with no cables or cloud accounts. FileShipper is included in every getapps.cafe subscription.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  9. YDRAY icon
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    Send and share large and big files up to 10 GB for free.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Upload your files anonymously and free. It offers you hotlinking, 5 GB file size limit and unlimited bandwidth and is a large file transfer service in the backup & sync category.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  11. Likz Drop icon
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    Likz Drop is a fast, private file transfer app — an AirDrop alternative that works across Android, iPhone, Windows, and Mac. Send large files, photos, videos, or entire folders over Wi-Fi with end-to-end encryption. No cloud, no account, no size limits.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
     
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