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GSConnectKDE Connect
Free

Free to use; source code is published on GitHub.

 Free

Free to download, with an option to donate to KDE.

Linux Linux, Android
  • Integrates directly into GNOME Shell
  • Compatible with the KDE Connect mobile apps
  • Sends files and links between phone and computer in both directions
  • Shows phone notifications on the desktop and lets you reply to texts
  • Only works on the GNOME desktop
  • Needs a KDE Connect app on the other device
  • Both devices need the app installed and paired
  • Built around a KDE desktop, so other environments may get fewer integrations
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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