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LocalSend – Open-Source AirDrop Alternative (Offline & Cross-Platform) (github.com)

submitted 9 months ago by cm0002@libretechni.ca to c/privacy@programming.dev

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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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[+] atropa@piefed.social 8 points 9 months ago (2 children)

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[–] 18107@aussie.zone 2 points 9 months ago (1 child)

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.