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LibreDrop - Privacy-First Cross-Platform File Sharing Application
LibreDrop is a free and open-source file sharing application built with Flutter that enables secure, direct file transfers between devices on local networks without requiring internet connectivity or cloud services. The application implements peer-to-peer file transfer using WebRTC technology, ensuring that files never leave the user's local network.
Key Features:
- Cross-platform compatibility (Android, macOS, Linux, Windows)
- Zero data collection and complete user privacy
- Local network-only transfers with no cloud dependency
- Modern Flutter-based graphical user interface
- Automatic device discovery using UDP broadcast
- Real-time transfer progress and cancellation support
- Support for files of any size and type
LibreDrop is designed with privacy-by-design principles, ensuring no user data, analytics, or telemetry is collected. All file transfers occur directly between devices on the same local network, making it impossible for third parties to intercept or access shared files.
The project embodies libre software values, providing users complete freedom to use, study, modify, and distribute the software. LibreDrop serves as a privacy-respecting alternative to proprietary file sharing solutions like Apple AirDrop or Google Nearby Share.
License: GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPL-3.0)
Development Language: Dart/Flutter
Target Platforms: Android, iOS, macOS, Linux, Windows
Project Category: Network utility, File sharing, Privacy software
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Title LibreDrop
LibreDrop - Privacy-First Cross-Platform File Sharing Application
LibreDrop is a free and open-source file sharing application built with Flutter that enables secure, direct file transfers between devices on local networks without requiring internet connectivity or cloud services. The application implements peer-to-peer file transfer using WebRTC technology, ensuring that files never leave the user's local network.
Key Features:
- Cross-platform compatibility (Android, macOS, Linux, Windows)
- Zero data collection and complete user privacy
- Local network-only transfers with no cloud dependency
- Modern Flutter-based graphical user interface
- Automatic device discovery using UDP broadcast
- Real-time transfer progress and cancellation support
- Support for files of any size and type
LibreDrop is designed with privacy-by-design principles, ensuring no user data, analytics, or telemetry is collected. All file transfers occur directly between devices on the same local network, making it impossible for third parties to intercept or access shared files.
The project embodies libre software values, providing users complete freedom to use, study, modify, and distribute the software. LibreDrop serves as a privacy-respecting alternative to proprietary file sharing solutions like Apple AirDrop or Google Nearby Share.
License: GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPL-3.0)
Development Language: Dart/Flutter
Target Platforms: Android, iOS, macOS, Linux, Windows
Project Category: Network utility, File sharing, Privacy software
Work type Software and Database designs
Tags android, privacy software, network utility, linux, macos, file sharing, windows
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Entry date Jul 16, 2025, 10:02 PM UTC
License GNU General Public License 3.0
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Author. Holder Pablo Javier Etcheverry. Date Jul 16, 2025.
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