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. 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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    • Mac
    • Homebrew
     
  2. weborf icon
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    Weborf is a lightweight webserver designed to rapidly share directories. Runs on POSIX systems.

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
  3. Transfer.zip icon
     1 like

    A self-hostable web application that allows you to easily and securely transfer files between devices with no size limit.

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  4. WarpDrop icon
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    Privacy-first, self-hostable, realtime file sharing. Like AirDrop, but for people who don't trust "The Cloud™?" or just want to feel like a hacker sending files over a CLI.

    52 WarpDrop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Docker
    • Self-Hosted
    • Online
     
  5. Arbore icon
     1 like

    Arbore is a free and open-source file sharing application that enables you to send your pictures, documents, files to your contacts privately and without limits.

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  6. LinkMyDroid icon
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    Connect Android and macOS, effortlessly. Native file transfer, mirroring, contacts, photos, remote control and clipboard. All over your local WiFi.

    53 LinkMyDroid alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  7. Explore decentralized storage for unmatched security and privacy. Store files across a global network, ensuring easy access, censorship resistance, and total transparency. Perfect for sensitive data!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  8. WIFIDrop icon
     2 likes

    Local peer-to-peer file transfer via WIFI.

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Windows
    • Android
     
  9. Share files across any platform in hassle-free way with fast speed!.

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  10. A simple way to share files on your phone or tablet with any other phone, computer or tablet!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  11. Albums Backup icon
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    Albums Backup lets you quickly transfer all your iPhone and iPad photos and videos to your Windows PC or Mac via USB, without using cloud storage or requiring a login.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  12. Debloatfy icon
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    A minimalist macOS app built with SwiftUI for file transfers and app management between macOS and Android devices via ADB.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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