CachyOS 
Install LocalSend on CachyOS
An open source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop.
From the official CachyOS repo. Install with pacman, no AUR helper needed.
Reviewed Nov 2, 2026 · independent guide · Read the LocalSend guide
How do I install LocalSend on CachyOS?
Run this in a terminal, then open LocalSend from your app menu:
sudo pacman -S localsendlocalsend is in the cachyos repo, the CachyOS project's own package repository, so pacman installs it directly with no AUR helper and no build script. The package is signed with the CachyOS repository key, and pacman checks the signature before it installs.
What should I do after installing LocalSend?
- Open LocalSend from your app menu.
- Or run localsend in a terminal.
- Run pacman -Qi localsend to see the installed version and the optional dependencies.
Full LocalSend guide: first run, key settings, common fixes and uninstall
How do I update or remove LocalSend?
Update:
sudo pacman -SyuRemove:
sudo pacman -Rns localsendWhat is LocalSend?
An open-source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop.
Package description: An open source cross-platform alternative to AirDrop
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localsend/localsend · ★ 96,943 stars · last commit Oct 29, 2026 · latest release Aug 21, 2026
Real issues opened by users on the project's GitHub, shown as written with a link to each one. 10 most reacted issues opened in the last two years plus the 5 newest issues, bots, pull requests, non English and political posts skipped, capped at 15 per repo. Fetched Nov 1, 2026.
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Currently, the EXE installer for Windows is not yet published. We are waiting for signing keys by SignPath. Hopefully, this issue will be resolved in a few days.
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I just wanted to point out the upcoming support for Wifi aware for iOS and Android. It seems like a perfect fit for Localsend. The Wi-Fi Aware™ technology (also known as Neighbor Awareness Networking or NAN) is a Wi-Fi Alliance™ standard specification that enables devices to…
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On the Android version of the app I cannot seem to be able to run the app in the background which is a pitty since it is rather useful to keep it in the background ready to use, just like I do in the Flatpak version on my Desktop. Add an option to keep Localsend on Android…
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Dear LocalSend Team, I hope this message finds you well. First of all, I would like to express my appreciation for the LocalSend app. It is a powerful and impressive tool for file sharing. However, I have noticed one limitation that I believe, if addressed, would greatly enhance…
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Hello team, First off, thank you for the fantastic work on LocalSend — it's an incredibly useful app! 💯 I'd love to be able to self-host LocalSend on my own server, primarily to enable dropping files directly to the server from devices on the local network. I’ve seen the…
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No. Please add a button to Windows share window. it is the simplest way to "share" files on windows 11. the "share" button is in the explorer's new right-click menu. edge and firefox also use this window when sharing the webpage. i know localshare can also be found in "send…
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Every time I want to transfer some files, I always need to make sure the devices are on the same existing network. This is not very convenient. Could LocalSend provide a mechanism to create a peer-to-peer ad hoc network over a Bluetooth connection, just like Airdrop does? I'm not…
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Here’s how I envision it working: 1. When a device launches LocalSend for the first time, it can generate a unique key. This key can also be reset if needed. 2. Each device can bind multiple keys from other devices, provided those devices have already appeared in the “Nearby…
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Currently, if file exists, the same file will be saved with new name and suffix (i.e. In many cases it is better to skip or override existing files but this option doesn't exist yet. Offer setting option, so that if file with the same name exists at destination, it can be always…
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I'm frustrated when sending the same folder repeatedly using LocalSend, as files that already exist on the receiver's side are re-transmitted, consuming time, network bandwidth, and storage. This becomes especially problematic when dealing with large folders or interrupted…
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1.18.2 Sending folders from a Mac automatically adds hidden files (like .DSStore) to the transmitted data. Those files should not be sent by default - because they are as well not visible by default in the Finder. Otherwise secure / private information might leak if specific…
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1.18.2 When I select some dng files from Google Files app and share to LocalSend, the app freezes. LocalSend takes the shared files and I can select where to send the files to. 1. Open Google Files app. 2. Select some dng files. In my case, I selected 19 dng files taken with my…
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1.18.2 I installed the application from Flathub. The issue is that when I launch it its icon appears in the dash, but no window opens; meanwhile, the device's cooling fans start running loudly. Clicking "Quit" on the icon does nothing, forcing me to open PowerShell and run…
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LocalSend version 1.18.2 Android, IOs, Windows I discovered LocalSend yesterday, and I absolutely love the premise. However, for those relying on screen-readers, there are several accessibility bugs I would like to bring to your attention. • All three clients have controls on the…
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Description In dark mode, QR codes use inverted colors, which can make them difficult for some devices and camera apps to scan. It would be better to use standard QR code colors (black modules on a white background) regardless of the app's theme to ensure maximum compatibility…
LocalSend on CachyOS: questions
Is LocalSend in the official CachyOS repo?
Yes. The localsend package is in the cachyos repo, version 1.17.0-4, built 2026-03-18. Install it with sudo pacman -S localsend.
Do I need an AUR helper for LocalSend?
No. It comes from the cachyos repo, so plain pacman installs and updates it, and sudo pacman -Syu keeps it current.
What is the LocalSend command?
localsend. The package is called localsend.