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GopherDrop – one-time secret sharing

February 10, 2025 Steve Emms Internet, Web Apps

GopherDrop shares encrypted text and files using expiring or one-time links, password protection, a REST API and local hosting.

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Best Free and Open Source Alternatives to Apple AirDrop

February 10, 2025 Steve Emms Internet

Apple AirDrop is a proprietary wireless ad hoc service. We recommend the best free and open source alternatives for Linux.

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dragit – local network file sharing

November 20, 2024 Steve Emms GUI, Internet

dragit shares files between Linux and Windows computers over a local network with automatic discovery, drag and drop and transfer approval.

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Sharik – local network file sharing

November 16, 2024 Steve Emms GUI, Internet

Sharik shares files across local Wi-Fi networks and mobile hotspots, allowing recipients to download content without installing the app.

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Warp – secure file transfer using Magic Wormhole

November 16, 2024 Steve Emms GUI, Internet

Warp sends files securely with Magic Wormhole codes, QR sharing, encrypted transfers and direct local connections when available.

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Magic Wormhole – transfer files and directories

November 14, 2024 Steve Emms CLI, Internet

Magic Wormhole lets you transfer files and directories from one computer to another. It’s written in Python.

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PairDrop – browser-based file sharing

November 11, 2024 Steve Emms Internet, Web Apps

PairDrop transfers files and text between devices through a browser, with persistent pairing, public rooms, QR codes and direct transfers.

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ShareDrop – web application inspired by AirDrop

November 10, 2024 Steve Emms Internet

ShareDrop is a web application inspired by Apple AirDrop service.

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File Managers

LocalSend – cross-platform file sharing

November 6, 2024 Steve Emms GUI, Internet

LocalSend shares files and messages securely across local networks with automatic discovery, encrypted transfers and cross-platform support.

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