Technology

How to Sync Data Between Local Devices Without Internet - LocalSend

September 26, 2025
3 min read
Precious Bafon
ProductivityHacksTechSolutionsDataPrivacyDigitalTransformation
Share:
How to Sync Data Between Local Devices Without Internet - LocalSend
Learn how to sync and transfer data between local devices on the same network using LocalSend - a free, cross-platform solution that works without internet, cables, or complicated setup.

Sycn Data Between Local Devices: The Simple Solution (LocalSend)

The Challenge of Syncing Data Between Devices

Sycning data btween your debices shouldn't require jumping thorugh hoops. Whether you're transferring work files from your phone to laptop or sharing documents between computers, the traditional methods are frustratingly outdated:

  • USB Cables - Never the right one available most of the time
  • Bluetooth - Painfully slow for large files
  • Email attachments and Cloud Services - Requires internet access and privacy concerns
  • Scanning Devices - Scanning devices just to connect

 

There's a better way to sync data between local devices and it's called LocalSend

 

What is LocalSend?

LocalSend is a free, open-source applicaion that enables seemless data syncing between devices on our local network. 
No internet connection required, no account setup, just simple device-to-device transfer.

Why LocalSend for Local Data Syncing:

  1. Universal compatibility: Windows, Mac, Linu, Android, iOS
  2. Lighting-fast local transefer
  3. No file size restrictions
  4. Zero configuration needed
  5. Complete privacy - data never leaves your network

 

How to Sync Data Between Debices Using LocalSend

Step 1: Network Connection

Ensure the devices you need to sync data between is connected to the same WiFi Network

Step 2: Launch LocalSend

Open the app on the connected devices you want to sync data between

Step 3: Transfer Your Data

LocalSend Desktop Image

  • This is LocalSend on Desktop, and you just have to select the file you want to send and click on the on the near by device to which you wnat to share the file to.
    • The Beautiful Raspberry is my iOS device that is connected and has LocalSend Open
  • LocalSend on Mobile
    LocalSend on Mobile
    • Greate Lemon is the name of my desktop device connected to LocalSend

 

Installation Guide for Local Devices Syncing

Desktop Systems

Download LocalSend Here

Andriod Devices

Download on Playstore Playstore Download Link

iPhone Devices
Download on AppStore App Store Download Link

 

Common Local Data Syncing Scenarios

  • Mobile To Desktop Sync - Transfer photos, videos and files between your phone and computer
  • Mobile To Mobile Sync - Share files between your Mobile Devices
  • Office Data Sharing  - Sync presentations and files with team members' devices
  • Home Network Transfers - Share media between family devices

Why Choose LocalSend for Local Device Syncing

  1. Speed Advantages
    Since data transfers happen over your local network, you get: 
    • Transfer speeds up to 100+ MB/s depending on your router speed
    • No bandwidth limitations
    • Direct device-to-device connection
  2. Privacy & Security
    • All Data stays on your local network
    • End-to-end encryption
    • Complete control over your data
    • No third-party servers involved

 

Engr Bafon Precious

Precious Bafon

Software Engineer passionate about creating beautiful and functional Software experiences.

Stay Updated

Get notified when I publish new articles about development, design, and technology.