Does LocalSend need an internet connection?
No. Devices find each other and transfer files directly over your local network, so no external server or internet access is needed.
LocalSend: AirDrop Alternative for Any Device
LocalSend is a free, open-source app that shares files and messages between nearby devices over your own network, with no cloud or account. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. It is a handy household tool for moving photos and documents between phones and computers without a cable or an online service.
LocalSend requirements
The key facts for LocalSend.
Common questions
Is the transfer encrypted?
Yes. Devices talk over a REST API on HTTPS, and each device generates its own TLS certificate on the fly.
Can I use LocalSend from the command line?
Yes. The LocalSend CLI is a terminal client for protocol v2, and "localsend-cli send report.pdf" opens a list of discovered devices to pick a…