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Share files across any device, instantly.

Light Share moves files and folders between Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows and Linux over your Wi-Fi, an offline hotspot, or even a USB cable. No cloud, no ads, no account.

Free for transfers up to 2 GB. No sign-up needed.

Download for Mac

Universal (Apple Silicon & Intel)

Download for Windows

Windows 10/11 x64/arm64

Download on the App Store

iOS / iPadOS 26.0+

Get it on Google Play

Android 10.0 and up

Every direction. One app.

Android to iPhone, iPhone to Windows, Android to Mac, phone to PC, computer to computer. If two devices can see each other, Light Share connects them.

Android ↔ iPhoneAndroid ↔ MacAndroid ↔ WindowsiPhone ↔ WindowsiPhone ↔ MacPhone ↔ LinuxMac ↔ WindowsComputer ↔ Computer

Why Light Share?

Seriously fast
Files travel directly between your devices over the local network, so speed is limited by your Wi-Fi, not by a server or your internet plan.
Truly cross-platform
One app for Android, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows and Linux, with the same features and the same interface everywhere.
Private by design
Your files never touch our servers. They go device to device on your own network, and nothing is stored in a cloud.
USB cable transfer
No network at all? Connect a cable. Light Share transfers between a phone and a computer, two computers, and even Android to iPhone over USB.
Works offline
Create a hotspot right inside the app and share where there is no Wi-Fi and no internet: flights, fieldwork, dead zones.
Resumes interrupted transfers
Wi-Fi dropped or the cable slipped out? Light Share reconnects and picks up where it left off instead of starting over.
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The only sharing app with real USB transfer

When Wi-Fi is slow, crowded or missing, plug in a cable. Light Share speaks USB natively: Android to computer, iPhone to computer, Android to Android, Android to iPhone, and computer to computer over USB-C or Thunderbolt. On Windows it even installs the Apple driver for you.

  • Phone to computer, phone to phone, computer to computer
  • Steady speed that never depends on network conditions
  • Interrupted cable transfers resume automatically

How it works

  1. 1

    Open Light Share on both devices

    Devices on the same network find each other automatically. Elsewhere, scan the QR code, type a short connection code, or plug in a cable.

  2. 2

    Pick files or folders

    Photos, videos, documents, entire folders with their structure preserved, or anything from the system share sheet.

  3. 3

    Send

    Watch live speed and progress. Accept incoming transfers on the receiving side, and trust a device once to skip the prompt next time.

Security you can verify

Turn on Secure Line to encrypt every transfer with TLS. Pair devices with a QR code or a 6-digit PIN, compare key fingerprints, and get warned if a known device's identity ever changes.

  • TLS encryption with per-device keys
  • Device pairing by QR code or PIN
  • Consent prompt for every incoming transfer
  • Identity change detection warns about impostors

How Light Share compares

Honest answers, because you will check anyway.

vs AirDrop
AirDrop is great until one device is not made by Apple. Light Share does Android, Windows and Linux too, and adds USB cable transfer.
vs LocalSend
Both are private and local. Light Share adds USB cable transfer, in-app hotspot creation, transfer resume and verified device pairing.
vs Send Anywhere
No 10 GB caps, no ads, no cloud relay. Light Share moves files directly between devices at local network speed.
vs SHAREit
No ads, no bundled extras, no tracking. Just file transfer, with desktop apps that are first-class citizens.
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One license. Every device. Forever.

Light Share is free for transfers up to 2 GB. Go unlimited with a one-time lifetime purchase.

Lifetime License
  • Lifetime license: pay once, own it forever
  • Works on macOS, Windows, iOS and Android
  • Unlimited transfer size, no 2 GB cap
  • No subscription, no recurring charges

Sign in with the same account you use in the Light Share app. 7-day money-back guarantee.

Frequently asked questions

What is Light Share?

Light Share is a file sharing app that moves files and folders directly between devices: Android, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows and Linux. Transfers go over your local Wi-Fi, an offline hotspot, or a USB cable. Files never pass through a cloud server.

Is Light Share free?

Yes. Every transfer up to 2 GB is free, with all features included and no ads. A one-time lifetime license removes the size limit on all your devices. There is no subscription.

Which platforms does Light Share support?

Android 10 and up, iOS and iPadOS 26 and up, macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows 10 and 11, and Linux. Any device can send to and receive from any other.

How do two devices connect?

Devices on the same Wi-Fi or LAN find each other automatically. You can also scan a QR code shown on the receiving device, type a short connection code, or plug in a USB cable. If you are unsure, the Help Me Share wizard in the app recommends the best method for your situation.

Does Light Share work without internet or Wi-Fi?

Yes. On Android, Light Share can create a hotspot inside the app that other devices join by scanning a QR code, so it works with no router and no internet. Any local network works even if it has no internet connection, and USB cable transfers need no network at all. Mobile data is never used.

Can I transfer files over a USB cable?

Yes. Light Share supports USB transfer between a phone and a computer (Android and iPhone), between two Android phones, from Android to iPhone, and between two computers over USB-C or Thunderbolt. iPhone to iPhone cable transfer is not supported yet.

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Move your files the fast way

Free for transfers up to 2 GB. One lifetime license unlocks unlimited size on every device you own.

Download for Mac

Universal (Apple Silicon & Intel)

Download for Windows

Windows 10/11 x64/arm64

Download on the App Store

iOS / iPadOS 26.0+

Get it on Google Play

Android 10.0 and up