LocalSend

LocalSend helps you move photos, videos, documents, and text between nearby devices in places where internet access is limited or restricted. It works over your own WiFi or local network, so transfers stay inside your space. This setup fits offices, classrooms, and travel situations that need quick handoffs without cloud accounts. If you want a private handoff between phone and computer, it keeps the process simple. To begin, download LocalSend and open it on the devices you plan to use.

LocalSend features

Local only transfers

LocalSend sends files directly over your WiFi or wired LAN. Your data stays within your network and does not use the public internet. Transfers run at WiFi speeds, so large photos and videos complete quickly on a reliable local connection.

End to end encryption and verification

Transfers are protected with HTTPS and TLS for end to end security. You can enable an optional PIN to verify the device across the table is the one accepting your files. Because there is no central server, only the sending and receiving devices handle the content.

Cross platform support and LocalSend Web

LocalSend works across Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux, so you can hand off files between phones and computers in the same room. When a browser suits the task, LocalSend Web offers a convenient bridge to send or receive without extra software on that machine. This flexibility helps mixed device teams move content without changing their network setup.

Open source and transparent

LocalSend is open source under the Apache 2.0 license with no ads and no trackers. The source code is publicly available and actively reviewed by a large community, with more than 70,000 stars, over 100 contributors, and millions of downloads. This transparency allows teams to audit how the app works before adopting it.

No setup and flexible file handling

LocalSend does not require accounts or configuration. You can send any file type or even plain text, then choose or change the download folder based on your workflow. The app focuses on a straightforward handoff so users get files where they need them with minimal steps.

LocalSend for sensitive environments

LocalSend supports teams that work in defense, critical infrastructure, and other locations that cannot allow data to leave the premises. Because transfers are local only and need no internet, it fits air gapped or connectivity constrained workflows. The app uses standard encryption and optional PIN checks to help users confirm device identity on the spot. For planned rollouts, teams can keep devices aligned by checking for the LocalSend latest version before large deployments.

Where your files save

On Android, received files save to the Downloads folder by default for easy access. If you need a different target, you can change the download location in settings at any time. During a session, you can also pick where to save files to match the task at hand.

Pricing and accounts

LocalSend is free to use and open source. No account is required to start sending and receiving files. The app contains no ads and no trackers, which keeps the experience focused on transfer tasks without extra interruptions.

How to use LocalSend on Android

After you install the LocalSend latest version, getting started takes only a moment. The steps below outline a simple phone to device transfer on a shared network. Follow them in order for a quick first send.

1. Connect your Android phone and the other device to the same WiFi or LAN. If possible, stay close to the router for a stable signal.
2. Open LocalSend on both devices. Then check that each device appears in the Nearby list inside the app.
3. On your Android phone, tap Send and choose photos, videos, documents, or text. Next, select the target device from the list.
4. If a PIN appears, confirm the code on both screens to verify the connection. Then accept the incoming transfer on the receiving device.
5. Wait for the progress bar to finish. Finally, open the Downloads folder or your chosen save location to view the received files.

Start using LocalSend

LocalSend focuses on fast, local, and secure handoffs across phones and computers. If your workflow benefits from private, on network sharing, consider installing the LocalSend APK to keep transfers in your control.

For official resources and project details, use the link below.

• Official website: https://localsend.org/