LocalSend
LocalSend is a cross-platform local file-sharing app used to send files and messages directly between devices on the same network.
What is LocalSend?
LocalSend is an open-source utility for transferring files, text, and other content between nearby devices over a local network without relying on cloud storage. People typically encounter it after installing the LocalSend app to share data between computers and phones, especially when moving files across different operating systems.
Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
LocalSend is generally considered a legitimate file-sharing application. The main risk is user data: removing the app or its support files may delete saved settings, transfer history, or locally stored app data. Because it is designed for local network sharing, users should also be aware of what device permissions or network access they have granted it.
Recommendation: Keep it if you actively use LocalSend for local transfers. If you no longer use it, it is usually optional and can be removed along with its leftover app data after confirming you do not need any saved preferences or transfer-related data.
Common paths
/Applications/LocalSend.app
Cache paths
~/Library/Caches/org.localsend.localsendApp
Support paths
~/Library/Application Support/org.localsend.localsendApp
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/org.localsend.localsendApp.plist
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