LocalDrop — P2P File Transfer Over Your Local Network

Send files between devices on the same network — instantly, privately, and without a server.

• Blazing fast — local network speeds, no upload/download caps
• Fully private — WebRTC data channel, files never touch a server
• Works everywhere — browser on any device, no app install needed
• QR code sharing — scan to connect instantly, no typing IPs
• No sign-up — just open the page and share
• Clipboard paste — paste images/files directly from clipboard
• Concurrent transfers — send/receive multiple files simultaneously
• Pause/resume — pause and resume transfers at any time
• Connection recovery — automatic ICE restart on connection failures

git clone https://github.com/unn-known1/localdrop.git
cd localdrop
npm install
npm run dev

Open http://localhost:3000 — share the URL with devices on the same network.

1. Open LocalDrop on both devices
2. Device A shares the session link (QR code or URL)
3. Device B opens it and connects via WebRTC
4. Drop files — they transfer directly peer-to-peer

• Frontend: React + TypeScript
• Networking: WebRTC (data channels)
• Signaling: BroadcastChannel + WebSocket
• Styling: Tailwind CSS
• No backend — 100% client-side

• Send photos/videos to your laptop from your phone
• Share large files at home without cloud uploads
• Offline file transfer at meetups/conferences
• Quick workspace file sharing without USB drives

MIT License — built by Gaurang Patel