LocalSend CLI
LocalSend CLI for Linux is a simple command-line tool that lets you send and receive files over your local network using the LocalSend protocol. It’s lightweight, open-source, and doesn’t require internet access.
You may also interest yourself in the GUI version of localsend.
📦 Installation
LocalSend CLI is written in Go. To install it:
git clone https://github.com/0w0mewo/localsend-cli.git
cd localsend-cli
go build -o localsend
Allow Localsend CLI to communicate with port 53317 through firewalls (if any):
# LocalSend
sudo ufw allow 53317/tcp
sudo ufw allow 53317/udp
🚀 Basic Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
localsend scan |
Scan your local network for devices |
localsend send -f FILE -p IP |
Send a file to a device at IP address |
localsend recv |
Receive incoming files |
localsend help |
Show help and available commands |
You can find the full CLI project and documentation on GitHub.
If your devices are in close proximity to each other, you may find sharing over bluetooth easier
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