Share files to nearby devices. Free, open source, cross-platform. An open source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop. (CLI)
Publisher’s description
What is LocalSend CLI?
LocalSend CLI by Tien Do Nam is open-source Windows software in the network tools category. It is written in Dart.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit and ARM64 Windows. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.18.2, released on August 21, 2026. The version history goes back to August 10, 2026: 2 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (localsend/localsend) has 95,202 stars. Similar programs include Wireshark, ZeroTier One and Nmap.
Project description on GitHub: “An open-source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Portable: runs without installation
- Large user base
In short: LocalSend CLI is an open-source network tool tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs.
Is LocalSend CLI safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
CA0B267E7457324B3664A935DE4E4956DA701A7FA1045F6F99C72602F7F8DC38· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.18.2Latest | August 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit PortableARM64 Portable |
| 1.18.0 | August 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit PortableARM64 Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id LocalSend.LocalSend.CLI -escoop install main/localsend-cliProgram files (.exe): localsend-cli.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install localsend-cliInformation
- Publisher
- Tien Do Nam
- Category
- Network tools
- Licence
- Apache-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/localsend/localsend
- Written in
- Dart
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 1.18.2
- Released
- August 21, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 4, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- GitHub stars
- 95,202
- GitHub forks
- 5,351
- Website
- localsend.org
- winget ID
- LocalSend.LocalSend.CLI
- Scoop package
- main/localsend-cli
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is LocalSend CLI free?
Yes. LocalSend CLI is open-source software under the Apache-2.0 licence.
Is LocalSend CLI safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install LocalSend CLI with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does LocalSend CLI run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of LocalSend CLI?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 10, 2026.
Can I use LocalSend CLI without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to LocalSend CLI?
Wireshark, ZeroTier One, Nmap, iPerf3 and Angry IP Scanner. The alternatives page compares them.
