Localsend: An open-source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop

LocalSend is a free, open-source file-sharing application that enables secure peer-to-peer communication across multiple platforms without requiring internet connectivity or external servers, offering IT organizations a privacy-preserving alternative to cloud-based file transfer solutions. For enterprises, this presents both an opportunity to reduce reliance on third-party cloud services and bandwidth costs, and a potential challenge in managing unauthorized file-sharing channels that bypass data loss prevention controls. The cross-platform availability and local-network-only operation make it particularly attractive for organizations with sensitive data or restricted internet access requirements.