LocalSend Alternatives

LocalSend is described as 'Free, open-source, cross-platform file-sharing tool designed to securely share files and messages with nearby devices over your local network without needing an internet connection. Here are some of its key features:' 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 PairDrop, OnionShare, Blip and Send.

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LocalSend alternatives are mainly Large File Transfer Services, but if you're looking for Cloud Storage Services or Peer-to-Peer File Sharings 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. WLANdrop icon
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    WLANdrop lets you share and stream files over local Wi-Fi without internet. Host files on Android, Windows, or Linux, and share via URL, QR code, or the built-in Receive button. No app is needed on receiving devices just a browser or VLC to stream media instantly.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android TV
     
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    Need to share some files with your colleagues or setup basic html website on your machine? It's very simple with Simple HTTP Server. Just click 'Start server' and choose a folder to share. The url already in your clipboard.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  3. TangoShare icon
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    TangoShare is a peer-to-peer file sharing tool that transfers files directly between devices with no middle servers and end-to-end encryption for complete privacy.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    SmallCloud is a minimal, privacy-focused alternative to AirDrop, Snapdrop, and file-syncing tools — designed for anyone who just wants to send a file from one device to another with zero friction.

    52 SmallCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • SmallCloud is the most popular commercial alternative to LocalSend.

    • SmallCloud is Paid and ProprietaryLocalSend is Free and Open Source
    • SmallCloud is MinimalisticLocalSend is not according to our users
  5. Curato icon
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    Curato: File sharing app allowing transfers using 6-codes,torrents,public hosting,lockers and rooms - all end-to-end encrypted.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. 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

    Platforms

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. 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

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
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    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)
     
  10. YDRAY icon
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    Send and share large and big files up to 10 GB for free.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    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
     
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