LocalSend – Open-Source AirDrop Alternative (Offline & Cross-Platform)
LocalSend lets you securely share files and messages with nearby devices over your local network—no internet or third-party servers required. It’s open-source, cross-platform (desktop & mobile), fast, and works fully offline.
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I like it, it sometimes doesn't find the other device but it's a cool app!
LocalSend is amazing!
Here is their repository on Codeberg for anyone that might want to avoid going to GitHub: https://codeberg.org/localsend/localsend
Anyone here using this and Pairdrop? I've been using PD for a while now and I'm wondering if I'm missing something by not using this (as well)? :)
Was about to ask the same thing, been pretty happy with pairdrop
One advantage of LocalSend is that you can transfer files to other people's devices on your network with no more setup than installing the app (and connecting to the same network).
The person must approve the transfer, and by default, only that transfer is approved. You don't need to remember to unpair the device after.
You can set up a permanent automatic transfer approval for everyone (not recommended) or just selected devices.
Love LocalSend. No more carrying USB sticks around the house for large media files.
I've been using this for a while now, and it's been amazing.
So much better than riftshare! Its great.
How does this work? Does it create a WiFi network or do both users need to have a common WiFi network? For example, if I'm out in the woods and took a picture of an elusive mink, do I need to unpack a wifi router, set up a network, share the details with a person, hope they can join the network, then go through the authentication game in LocalSend?
Just started using this and seeing this post is 🤯
I like this one too
https://github.com/tonyantony300/alt-sendme