NitroShare AlternativesLarge File Transfer Services and other similar apps like NitroShare

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 a large file transfer service in the file sharing category. There are more than 100 alternatives to NitroShare for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, 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, OnionShare and Send.

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  1. LocalSend icon

    LocalSend

     467 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.

    145 LocalSend alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Chocolatey
    • Linux Mobile
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    LocalSend vs NitroShare Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's new and modern, user friendly and lightweight. the best thing to share files.

    • LocalSend is Free and Open SourceNitroShare is also Free and Open Source
    • LocalSend is Lightweight, Privacy focused and DecentralizedNitroShare is not according to our users
  2. Syncthing icon

    Syncthing

     919 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.

    134 Syncthing alternatives

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

    KDE Connect

     423 likes

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

    96 KDE Connect alternatives

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    Platforms

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

    OnionShare

     122 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.

    80 OnionShare alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  7. Send icon

    Send

     87 likes

    Secure file sharing tool with end-to-end encryption and auto-expiring links. Forked from Firefox Send, it's now self-hostable and compatible with ffsend CLI. Share files up to 2.5GB privately and securely, knowing they won't stay online forever.

    127 Send alternatives

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  8. PairDrop icon

    PairDrop

     58 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.

    95 PairDrop alternatives

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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  9. Transfer.it icon

    Transfer.it

     25 likes

    File-sharing web service that allows users to upload and send files of any size without any cost. No account required for recipients, simple, clean interface, and fast, reliable transfers powered by MEGA's infrastructure. Users can quickly generate download links to share files via email or messaging.

    87 Transfer.it alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  10. RetroShare icon

    RetroShare

     172 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.

    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

     46 likes

    Private file sharing platform with end-to-end encryption & auto-expiring links. Generates links in under 2 seconds with peer-to-peer transfers. Additional features include QR codes, multi-language support & custom expiration settings. Supports Tor Browser & clipboard file sharing.

    157 Wormhole alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
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  12. WeTransfer icon

    WeTransfer

     113 likes

    File-sharing platform for transferring files like presentations, photos, videos & docs. Free plan allows 3 GB/month, while Starter (300 GB) and Ultimate/Teams plans offer custom branding, malware scanning & transfer recovery. Teams plan supports up to 25 members. Upgrade for unlimited transfers & more features.

    293 WeTransfer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Mac
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  13. Send Anywhere icon

    Send Anywhere

     111 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.

    263 Send Anywhere alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Kindle Fire
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  14. Warpinator icon

    Warpinator

     23 likes

    Allows secure, high-speed file transfers across multiple devices on a local network, requires installation on each device, supports auto-detection, port selection, custom codes, and offers a themeable, easy-to-use interface requiring no server configuration.

    119 Warpinator alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Warpinator vs NitroShare Comments
    tuqueque
    Positive
    0

    It's faster, more stable and offers more features than NitroShare and LAN-Share

    • Warpinator is Free and Open SourceNitroShare is also Free and Open Source
    • Warpinator is Privacy focused and LightweightNitroShare is not according to our users
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