ShareDrop Alternatives

ShareDrop is described as 'Was acquired by Limewire in 2025, after which it ceased to provide the source code for its current websitew which just redirects to Limewire after uploading something. The platform also introduced mandatory online file hosting with paid options and began promoting its' and is a popular large file transfer service in the file sharing category. There are more than 50 alternatives to ShareDrop, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Mac and Linux apps. The best ShareDrop alternative is LocalSend, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to ShareDrop are Syncthing, Send, PairDrop and Hoodik.

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  1. The easiest way to share files across Android, iPhone, PC, Mac, and more – no downloads or installs required. Send photos, videos, and documents instantly. Simply upload your files and share the QR code to start transferring.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. OpenDrop icon
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    OpenDrop is a command-line tool that allows sharing files between devices directly over Wi-Fi. Its unique feature is that it is protocol-compatible with Apple AirDrop which allows to share files with Apple devices running iOS and macOS.

    64 OpenDrop alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
     
  3. Arc is a seamless, secure and cross-platform file sharing service by Quadren. Arc aims to recreate the magic of Airdrop between your own devices, but without the platform limitations. Arc works perfectly between your phone, laptop and desktop.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  4. Quick Share icon
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    Quick Share is a device-to-device file sharing feature that allows you to quickly and easily transfer content saved on your Galaxy device to people nearby who have Samsung Galaxy devices.

    12 Quick Share alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
     
  5. Flying Carpet icon
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    File transfer between Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows over ad hoc Wi-Fi. No network infrastructure required, just two devices with Wi-Fi chips in close range.

    71 Flying Carpet alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  6. LiberDrop icon
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    LiberDrop is a convenient and efficient service designed to simplify the process of transferring files between different devices. Whether you're looking to send documents, photos, or entire folders, LiberDrop makes it easy to securely transfer your files with just a few...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  7. 0up icon
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    0up is a zero-knowledge, open-source, encrypted file sharing service. Files are encrypted browser-side before being uploaded. A shareable link contains the decryption key and is never sent to the server - keeping shared files secure.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  8. Salad Room icon
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    Salad Room is a web app to share text, links or files quickly between devices. Magically connecting them on the same network. Like AirDrop, but for everyone.

    18 Salad Room alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. rDrop icon
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    Send files from one device to another by scanning a QR code. No compression, No size limit, Secure and Fast! Like AirDrop, but works on any device, OS or platform!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. ezshare icon
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    ezshare is a simple file server that lets you easily share many big files like photos and videos with friends (or between your devices) over a local network without requiring an internet connection. It starts an HTTP server that lists all files and directories in the directory...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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