Phone Link Alternatives

Apps similar to Phone Link include LocalSend, which is free and open source. Other options are KDE Connect, Blip, Sefirah and AirDroid. There's no shortage of Large File Transfer Services like Phone Link, with more than 50 alternatives for Android, Windows, Linux, Mac and iPhone.

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  1. Smart Connect icon
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    Smart Connect brings your phone, PC, and tablet together like never before. Seamlessly pair your devices and take control of your digital life. Whether you're sharing files, extending your screen, or streaming content, Smart Connect simplifies the way you interact with your...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
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  2. Sharik icon
     16 likes

    Sharik is an open-source, cross-platform solution for sharing files via Wi-Fi or Mobile Hotspot.

    143 Sharik alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Snapcraft
    • F-Droid
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  3. Bounce Connect is a native macOS app that wirelessly connects your Android phone to your Mac over local WiFi — no cloud, no subscription, fully private.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
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  4. This Android app allows you to synchronize your SMS messages to a remote Nextcloud instance where you can read and backup them. It also allows you to restore your SMS messages to your Android phone.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Nextcloud
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  5. Transfer icon
     3 likes

    A simple local file server app for Android. Download and upload files quickly across devices over Wi-Fi — no cables, no cloud.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  6. Warpinator for Android is an unofficial port of Linux Mint's file sharing tool of the same name. It is fully compatible with the original protocol and allows for easy transfer of files between Android and Linux devices.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Android
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  7. Pulse SMS icon
     5 likes

    Access messages everywhere Whether you are working at your computer, reading on your tablet, or watching the game on your TV. Pulse is with you everywhere, so you never miss a message.

    31 Pulse SMS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  8. Dial-a-Phone lets you click phone links in your web browser (or even other apps) and automatically send the number to your iPhone. From there, you can quickly dial that number with a few taps.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • iPhone
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  9. OpenDrop icon
     11 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
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  10. Winpinator is an independent Windows adaptation of Warpinator, developed from the ground up in C++.

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Clipcroft icon
     2 likes

    Browser-based shared clipboard for sending text, links, and files between devices, even on different networks. Works in real time, with no account, install, or file size limits.

    67 Clipcroft alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  12. Airclap icon
     1 like

    Welcome to Airclap, where file transfers are a joy, and time is never wasted. With no internet needed, seamless cross-platform compatibility, and blazing-fast speeds, Airclap revolutionizes how you share files.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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