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LocalSend

LocalSend

Cross-Platform File Sharing

639 ratings
590 reviews
#106 in free Utilities
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 30, 2022
  • July 9, 2025

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Developer

Tien Do Nam
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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 users say

Summarized from real user reviews of LocalSend. Based on 639 reviews and a 4.5/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Utilities app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Cross-platform file transfer
  • 👍Simple and intuitive interface
  • 🔒Open-source and no ads
  • 🚀Fast and reliable file transfers
  • 👍Works seamlessly between devices
  • 🚀Excellent alternative to AirDrop
  • 👍Convenient for mixed device environments

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional connection issues
  • 🐛Bugs with file selection and transfer
  • 🐛Inconsistent performance across platforms
  • 🐛Lack of a 'select all' option for media
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What's New in LocalSend

1.17.1

July 9, 2025

Translation fixes

4

In-App Purchases

$5.00

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Charts

Top Free

📉 106-4

Utilities

This app dropped -4 positions in Utilities chart.

Last updated on August 9, 2026.

User reviews

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Let me tell you something. I really never give a review for an app..... This app is single-handedly the biggest creation, the biggest success. The most prolific thing I have discovered in life, has taken away All my pain and sorrow, has shown me a new world. I feel revived I feel rejuvenated. No this is not a joke. This is not an AI comment. I am truly so happy. I found this app. I take a lot of pictures & I make a lot of music, I was stuck between sending everything to my computer and then my Drive or my email then back to my phone. THIS simplifies everything I've ever done. I want to thank the creators, if I could I'd give you the biggest hugs in the world best app ever
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Undercoverbrotha27Undercoverbrotha27

I Pretty Little Machines

Transmittenser.
Fernandez DaltoeFernandez Daltoe

It’s great. Really

I’ve been struggling to get my video exports for content from my pc into my phone. This solved it instantly. Google AI told me about it. I did some digging. And it really might be the best way to transfer videos. Takes like 2 minutes for a 3.5gb video to drop into my phone. It’s all anonymous and offline. It’s amazing. Thank you Tiem. You’re like Batman or something. Only cooler.
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MisterWhittakerMisterWhittaker

Elite

Great tool. Makes life infinitely easier
bswisheebswishee

Genuinely amazing

I never write app reviews but I’m writing one for local send because of how good it is. Straight o the point, incredibly fast file transfer. Freaking amazing
Estherxx7Estherxx7
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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
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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.