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

The best open source alternative to LocalSend is KDE Connect. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to LocalSend and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to LocalSend are PairDrop, OnionShare, AlterSend and RetroShare.

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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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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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  3. 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  4. 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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  5. 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • OpenPGP
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  6. 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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  7. 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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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  8. 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)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Termux
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  9. 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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  10. Sharrr icon
     15 likes

    Secure file transfer platform with end-to-end encryption. It supports any file size, parallel uploads, and asynchronous transfer. Files are stored securely in Switzerland and deleted after 7 days, with a one-time download link provided after transfer, ensuring maximum security and compliance.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Online
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  11. Magic Wormhole icon
     26 likes

    Secure data transfer software that allows users to transfer files between computers. It uses a Password Authenticated Key Exchange (PAKE) for end-to-end encryption and generates single-use codes for the transfer. The 'wormhole' command-line tool facilitates transfers with tab-completion for ease of use.

    112 Magic Wormhole alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Python
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  12. Ouisync icon
     11 likes

    Store, sync, and share files across devices anywhere.

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    • Windows
    • Android
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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