SwarmLocal

SwarmLocal

SwarmLocal is a free and open source peer-to-peer file sharing and distributed file system application. It allows users to share files directly between each other without relying on a central server.
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SwarmLocal: Free Peer-to-Peer File Sharing & Distributed File System

A free and open source file sharing platform allowing direct peer-to-peer file transfer without central server reliance.

What is SwarmLocal?

SwarmLocal is a free, open source, decentralized peer-to-peer file sharing application. It enables users to share files directly with each other within a local network without relying on a central server or cloud storage.

Using swarm technology, SwarmLocal creates a distributed file system that breaks down files into small chunks, encrypts them, and distributes them across multiple devices on the local network. This creates redundancy and eliminates single points of failure. If one device goes offline, the files stored on it can be reconstructed from other devices.

Some key features of SwarmLocal include:

  • File synchronization - Files added on one device automatically sync to other devices on the network
  • Versioning - File revisions are tracked to prevent data loss
  • Security - All communications are encrypted using private/public key infrastructure
  • Resilient storage - Files persist even if some devices go offline temporarily
  • Cross-platform - Native apps available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS

Overall, SwarmLocal brings secure, decentralized file sharing without third-party intermediaries to home and office networks. With no limits on storage or transfers, it enables users to share files privately within their own infrastructure.

SwarmLocal Features

Features

  1. Peer-to-peer file sharing
  2. Distributed file system
  3. File synchronization
  4. End-to-end encryption
  5. Web-based administration
  6. Cross-platform

Pricing

  • Open Source
  • Free

Pros

No central point of failure

High availability

Scalability

Privacy and security

Cost-effective

Cons

Complex setup

Bandwidth intensive

No central search

Limited administration

Legal risks


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