Flying Carpet
Wireless file transfer between devices with no shared network
Flying Carpet is an open source application that transfers files directly between two computers or phones over an ad hoc wireless connection, without needing a router or internet access. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Key features
- Direct device-to-device transfer
- No router or internet needed
- Encrypted file transfer
- Five-platform support
Pros & cons
Strengths
- Works fully offline
- Cross-platform including mobile
Trade-offs
- Two-device transfers only
- Setup varies by OS
Flying Carpet replaces
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