Packet

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An implementation of the Google Quick Share protocol to send and receive files to Android devices or another instance of Packet.

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Cost / License

Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)

Platforms

Linux
Flathub
Flatpak
Linux Mobile

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Properties

Lightweight
Privacy focused

Features

No registration required
Ad-free
No Tracking

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Recent activities

tony_dev added Packet as alternative to KiteSend
5 months ago
3F1 updated Packet
5 months ago
kidfromjupiter added Packet as alternative to NearbyShare for Linux
7 months ago
firefoxgooogle081 added Packet as alternative to Curato
11 months ago

Packet information

Developed by
nozwock
Licensing
Open Source (GPL-3.0) and Free product.
Written in
Rust
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Supported Languages
- English

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GitHub repository

914 Stars
26 Forks
37 Open Issues
Updated Apr 18, 2026

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Packet was added to AlternativeTo by Paul on May 16, 2025 and this page was last updated May 5, 2026.

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Install from the command line

flatpak install flathub io.github.nozwock.Packet

Be careful what you paste into a terminal. Check what a command installs before running it.

What is Packet?

Send and receive files wirelessly with Android devices using Quick Share or another device with Packet installed.