LocalSend AlternativesTop Large File Transfer Services and other similar apps like LocalSend

LocalSend is described as 'Free open-source tool offers secure, end-to-end encrypted file and message sharing over local networks across major desktop and mobile operating systems' and is a very popular large file transfer service in the file sharing category. There are more than 100 alternatives to LocalSend for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Mac, Web-based and Linux apps. The best LocalSend alternative is KDE Connect, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like LocalSend are PairDrop, Blip, OnionShare and AlterSend.

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LocalSend alternatives are mainly Large File Transfer Services, but if you're looking for Peer-to-Peer File Sharings or Cloud Storage Services you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to LocalSend.
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  1. KDE Connect icon
     429 likes

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

    105 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
    • OpenAPK
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  2. PairDrop icon
     60 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.

    101 PairDrop alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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  3. Blip icon
     52 likes

    Send anything in a click. Blip lets you send any size files and folders fast by maximizing your speed and keeping your progress if you lose connection.

    74 Blip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    Main screen of the Blip app for Windows in Dark Mode
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  4. OnionShare icon
     123 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.

    85 OnionShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  5. AlterSend icon
     27 likes

    Encrypted peer-to-peer file transfers between devices with no size limits, no cloud storage, and no servers involved. Simple pairing via QR or code, supporting large files and folders across devices, all without sign-up, accounts, or personal data required.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  6. RetroShare icon
     173 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.

    157 RetroShare alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • OpenPGP
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  7. Wormhole icon
     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.

    165 Wormhole alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
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  8. Warpinator icon
     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.

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  9. Send Anywhere icon
     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.

    271 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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  10. Croc icon
     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.

    146 Croc alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Termux
    • US flagUnited States
    Croc screenshot 1
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  11. Phone Link icon
     35 likes

    Phone Link is a syncing software developed by Microsoft to connect Windows PCs to your Android phone or iPhone to view notifications, make phone calls, use mobile apps amongst others – all right on your PC.

    49 Phone Link alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  12. Valent icon
     16 likes

    Securely connect your devices to open files and links where you need them, get notifications when you need them, stay in control of your media and more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • GNOME
    • Flatpak
    • KDE Connect
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