Magic Wormhole Alternatives

Magic Wormhole is described as 'Securely transfer files, directories, or text between computers. Use pronounceable, single-use codes for easy setup. Supports PAKE encryption and TURN-like relay for network flexibility' and is an app in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Magic Wormhole for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Mac, Android and Linux apps. The best Magic Wormhole alternative is LocalSend, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Magic Wormhole are Syncthing, OnionShare, PairDrop and Transfer.it.

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  1. 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)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  2. Transmitic icon
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    Transmitic is an encrypted, peer to peer, file transfer program with download pause and resume.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  3. weborf icon
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    Weborf is a lightweight webserver designed to rapidly share directories. Runs on POSIX systems.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
  4. Backup4all icon
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    Backup4all, backup software that performs incremental backup, differential, full and mirror backup to DVD, DVD-RW, CD, CD-RW, Blu-ray, HD-DVD, Dual layer drives, USB, network and backup to FTP. Backs-up open files, encrypts backups, sends backup notifications, schedules backups...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  5. Arbore icon
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    Arbore is a free and open-source file sharing application that enables you to send your pictures, documents, files to your contacts privately and without limits.

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  6. O&O FileDirect makes it possible to share an unlimited number of files without having to load them in the cloud. This way your confidential files are never out of your hands. You maintain complete control over who gets to see them.

    22 O&O FileDirect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Need to share some files with your colleagues or setup basic html website on your machine? It's very simple with Simple HTTP Server. Just click 'Start server' and choose a folder to share. The url already in your clipboard.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  8. Perkoon icon
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    P2P file transfer from the future. No size limit, no signup. First transfer service built for humans and AI agents alike. Free tier. Cloud tier. Done.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  9. FileShot.io icon
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    FileShot.io is a privacy-focused file sharing platform that offers zero-knowledge encryption, allowing users to share files up to 15GB for free without requiring an account. Files are encrypted client-side before upload, ensuring complete privacy.

    51 FileShot.io alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. portal CLI icon
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    portal is a fast and secure file transfer utility for sending files from one computer to any other computer. All communication beyond the initial client handshake is encrypted. If the sender and receiver can reach each other directly, the file transfer involves no servers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. SmallCloud is a minimal, privacy-focused alternative to AirDrop, Snapdrop, and file-syncing tools — designed for anyone who just wants to send a file from one device to another with zero friction.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  12. Ease File Transfer is privacy focused, file sharing platform that helps users speedily, securely and conveniently send files. No ads, no sign-ups, end-to-end encryption, and you may share files with any person either through email or direct link safely.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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