NitroShare Alternatives

NitroShare is described as 'A network file-sharing application that makes sending a file to another machine on the local network as easy as dragging-and-dropping' and is an app in the file sharing category. There are more than 100 alternatives to NitroShare for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Web-based, Mac, Linux and Android apps. The best NitroShare alternative is LocalSend, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like NitroShare are Syncthing, KDE Connect, Send and OnionShare.

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  1. LocalSend icon

    LocalSend

     379 likes

    Open-source solution providing encrypted, peer-to-peer file and message sharing across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS without internet access, using only local networks. No setup required, ensuring privacy with no cloud involvement or external servers.

    109 LocalSend alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Chocolatey
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    LocalSend vs NitroShare Comments
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    It's new and modern, user friendly and lightweight. the best thing to share files.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • LocalSend is Free and Open SourceNitroShare is also Free and Open Source
    • LocalSend is Lightweight and Privacy focusedNitroShare is not according to our users
  2. Syncthing icon

    Syncthing

     875 likes

    Open-source, peer-to-peer service offering encrypted file synchronization, ensuring data privacy and user-autonomy without relying on cloud storage or central servers, suitable for various uses.

    132 Syncthing alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Termux
    • Terminal
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  4. KDE Connect icon

    KDE Connect

     385 likes

    Empowers seamless interaction between devices, offering notifications, SMS replies, music control, file sharing, volume control, secure connections, and cross-platform compatibility.

    84 KDE Connect alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • KDE Plasma
    • F-Droid
    • Sailfish OS
    • Plasma Mobile
    • Chocolatey
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    KDE Connect screenshot 1
     
  5. Send icon

    Send

     80 likes

    Send lets you share files with end-to-end encryption and a link that automatically expires. So you can keep what you share private and make sure your stuff doesn’t stay online forever.

    102 Send alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Online
    Send screenshot 1
     
  6. OnionShare icon

    OnionShare

     111 likes

    Enables secure and anonymous file sharing, website hosting, and private chat using local onion services via Tor. Runs a direct web server on your device; no third-party servers or user registration required. Links are password-protected and must be accessed via Tor Browser.

    64 OnionShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    OnionShare screenshot 1
     
  7. PairDrop icon

    PairDrop

     54 likes

    Browser-based peer-to-peer file sharing for images, documents, and text that works on all systems, including Android, iOS, Linux, and Windows. Enables quick transfers in local networks or Wi-Fi without installation or registration, preserving original file quality.

    72 PairDrop alternatives

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    PairDrop screenshot 1
     
  9. Transfer.it icon

    Transfer.it

     26 likes

    Transfer massive files exceeding 1TB, unlimited storage, password-protection, expiring download links, no per-transfer limits, share through links or email, and recipients don’t need accounts. Powered by fast, reliable MEGA infrastructure.

    63 Transfer.it alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Transfer.it screenshot 1
     
  10. RetroShare icon

    RetroShare

     163 likes

    Open source, decentralized platform enabling encrypted chat, secure voice and video calls, anonymous file sharing with swarming, censorship-resistant forums, channels, link sharing, and offline messaging. Uses OpenPGP and OpenSSL for robust privacy and security.

    137 RetroShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • OpenPGP
    Network tab with contact list and broadcast subtab open. The subtab shows text and image sent by one contact to all connected contacts.
     
  11. Wormhole icon

    Wormhole

     45 likes

    Simple, private file sharing

    Wormhole lets you share files up to 10GB with end-to-end encryption and a link that automatically expires. So you can keep what you share private and make sure your stuff doesn't stay online forever.

    121 Wormhole alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • WebApps
    Wormhole screenshot 1
     
  12. WeTransfer icon

    WeTransfer

     111 likes

    Effortlessly share files up to 2 GB for free with secure, straightforward transfers for photos, videos, and more. Upgrade to WeTransfer Plus for $12/month to send up to 20 GB with enhanced security, extended access, and password protection, making it ideal for professionals and frequent users.

    254 WeTransfer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Homepage
     
  13. Croc icon

    Croc

     25 likes

    Facilitates encrypted peer-to-peer file sharing across major platforms using unique code phrases for authentication, ensuring end-to-end security, resumable transfers, direct device pairing without accounts, no external data storage, and simple installation.

    112 Croc alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Termux
    Croc screenshot 1
     
  14. Send Anywhere icon

    Send Anywhere

     110 likes

    Share unlimited files of any size or type instantly across Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, and Linux using peer-to-peer transfer, no login or signup required, a one-time six-digit code pairs devices, enabling secure, real-time, direct device-to-device file sharing.

    221 Send Anywhere alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Kindle Fire
    Web (https://send-anywhere.com)
     
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