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LocalSendSHAREit
Free

Free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence, with no advertising or trackers.

 Free

Free to download; the company's business is built on mobile advertising.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Android
  • Works completely offline: files never leave your local network
  • No account, no login and no server to configure
  • Transfers files between nearby devices without mobile data
  • Very large user base
  • Both devices must be on the same network, and some guest or corporate networks block device discovery
  • It sends files, it does not keep folders in sync
  • Ad-supported, with the company focused on advertising
  • Bundles entertainment content beyond file transfer
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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