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LocalSend vs Sharik: catalog facts
LocalSendSharik
Free

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

Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Works completely offline: files never leave your local network
  • No account, no login and no server to configure
  • Works over a local network or hotspot with no cloud upload
  • Runs on desktop and mobile platforms
  • 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
  • Devices must be on the same network or hotspot
  • Development has slowed, last activity in 2024
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License: MIT
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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