LocalSend

LocalSend

Cross-Platform File Sharing

661 ratings
615 reviews
#121 in free Utilities
🔧 Utilities
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 30, 2022
  • August 22, 2026

Features

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About

Securely share files offline and without the internet. This app offers fast, encrypted peer-to-peer transfers across multiple platforms, ensuring privacy and data integrity. Ideal for professionals and teams needing reliable, secure file sharing in sensitive environments.

Offline file transfer over Wi-Fi/LAN
End-to-end TLS encryption
Cross-platform compatibility (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux)
No internet required
No tracking or data collection
Open-source and transparent
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What's New in LocalSend

1.18.2

August 22, 2026

restore compatibility with 1.17.0 and earlier

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In-App Purchases

$5.00

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Charts

Top Free

📉 121-6

Utilities

This app dropped -6 positions in Utilities chart.

Last updated on August 30, 2026.

User reviews

Stop emailing yourself!

For years I’ve been emailing myself photos, documents, etc. I knew Airdrop and Dropbox were a thing, but this app makes life 1000% easier than all of them without an account or subscription!! I am definitely going to donate to them!

Just beware, you might need to allow LocalSend on your Windows firewall settings, so do a little research on how to do that and you’re set!
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Great when it works but frustrating as hell when it doesn’t.

When it works, it is the best tool for transferring files locally. When it doesn’t work however… you can try resetting devices, messing with firewalls, sharing via a link, restarting servers, turning off VPNs, turning off cellular, slamming your head into the keyboard, exhaust all troubleshooting options and it STILL won’t work.
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Great App

I'm using this app more than a year, Its a great open-source app by a very responsible developer. He could make it like other apps that you need to signup with your personal information, pay or display ads and many other ways to make money out of it but he kept it completely clean, free and opensource. Thank you
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Servers are horrible

Don’t download man find somthing better there’s better apps out there

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App crashes after device hibernation

Bug

Transferred files not appearing in device gallery

Bug

Inability to delete transferred files from app

Bug

Compatibility issues with certain OS versions

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add a 'select all' option for media files

Feature

Improve file organization and management

Feature

Implement background/automatic file transfer

Feature

Add support for wired file transfers

Feature

FAQ

What does LocalSend do?

LocalSend is a secure, offline-first file transfer solution that enables fast, encrypted peer-to-peer file sharing without requiring an internet connection. It is designed for professionals and teams who prioritize privacy and security in their data transfers.

How does LocalSend ensure security?

The app utilizes end-to-end TLS encryption to ensure the full confidentiality and integrity of your data during transfers. It also operates offline, meaning your files are not sent through any cloud servers, and the app does not track or collect user data.

Is LocalSend free to use?

The application is free to download and use. While the core functionality is free, there are in-app purchases available, though the description does not specify what these purchases entail.

What devices is LocalSend compatible with?

LocalSend offers broad cross-platform compatibility. It is available for iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux, allowing for seamless file sharing between various operating systems.

When would I use LocalSend?

LocalSend is ideal for use cases where control, privacy, and operational integrity are paramount. This includes corporate networks, mobile field units, temporary infrastructures, and environments with limited or no internet connectivity, such as air-gapped systems.