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KDE Connect

Open-source app that links your phone and computer for file sharing, clipboard and notification sync.

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About KDE Connect

KDE Connect connects your phone and computers over the local network so they work together. File sharing is one part of it: send photos or documents from phone to PC and back, or browse the phone's files remotely from your desktop. It also syncs notifications so you can read and reply to messages from your computer, shares the clipboard, lets the phone act as a remote control or touchpad, shows the phone's battery level, and can run predefined commands on the computer. It is built by the KDE community, free and open-source, and works on any Linux desktop, with GSConnect providing the same protocol for GNOME users. There are apps for Android (Google Play, F-Droid and Huawei AppGallery), Windows, macOS and iOS, though the iOS version is more limited because of Apple's restrictions. Devices must be on the same network, and the setup is fiddlier than single-purpose senders.

Best for: Linux and Android users who want their phone and computer tightly linked.

Pros and cons

What works

  • File sharing plus clipboard, notifications and remote input
  • Free and open-source
  • Works on any Linux desktop, with GNOME support via GSConnect

Why people leave

  • Same-network only
  • iOS version is limited
  • More setup than a simple send-a-file app

Top KDE Connect alternatives

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  1. 1LocalSend logo
    LocalSend

    Simpler, focused file sending that works the same on every OS.

    66.5
  2. 2Quick Share logo
    Quick Share

    Built-in nearby sharing for Android with a Windows app.

    62.6
  3. 3Feem logo
    Feem

    Offline Wi-Fi transfers with polished apps for all platforms.

    57.2
  4. 4Syncthing logo
    Syncthing

    Continuous folder sync between phone and computer.

    50.3

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KDE Connect: common questions

Is KDE Connect free?

Yes. KDE Connect is free, open-source software.

Is KDE Connect open source?

Yes.

What platforms does KDE Connect run on?

KDE Connect is available for Linux, Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.

What are the best alternatives to KDE Connect?

The highest-ranked KDE Connect alternatives right now are LocalSend, Quick Share and Feem. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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