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LocalSend: Share files to nearby devices

LocalSend is a free, open-source, cross-platform file sharing tool that allows you to share files to nearby devices.

Cost

Free

Rating

★ People love it

Time to value

Immediate

You can use LocalSend to share files between devices on your local WiFi network without needing an internet connection. It works across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices. Files are transferred with end-to-end encryption at maximum WiFi speed. You don't need to create accounts or use cloud services. Just install the app on your devices and start sending photos, videos, documents, or any file type instantly to nearby devices on the same network.

What LocalSend: Share files to nearby devices does

Install LocalSend on multiple devicesSelect files to share from any deviceDiscover nearby devices on local networkSend files with one tap to target deviceReceive files in designated download folderEnable PIN verification for extra securityConfigure custom download locationsShare text messages between devicesWorks completely offline without internetCross-platform support for all major operating systemsEnd-to-end encryption for secure transfersNo file size limits or bandwidth restrictionsZero configuration setup requiredOpen source with no ads or trackingTransfers at maximum WiFi network speedNo account creation or login needed

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