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Sharik vs LocalSend: catalog facts
SharikLocalSend
Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

Free

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

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

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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