LocalSend

AirDrop is one of the best features you get on an Apple device. You get to send and receive files almost instantly, and it practically feels like magic. Unfortunately, it doesn’t natively work with Windows or Android, which can make transferring files between different platforms a bit more complicated.

That’s where LocalSend comes in. This free file-sharing app lets you transfer files between compatible devices on the same local network. It’s available on iOS and macOS, along with Windows and Android.

The app automatically discovers other devices running LocalSend on your network. You simply choose the files you want to transfer and select the receiving device.

The best part is that LocalSend is also open source and doesn’t require you to create an account to start using it.