whisper

Fast, simple, chat-style LAN collaboration for text, files, Android notifications, desktop audio, and keyboard/mouse sharing

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Features

Chat-style Transfer

Send text, clipboard snippets, and files in a chat-style timeline with desktop drag-and-drop

Resumable Transfers

Resume interrupted large-file transfers over your LAN for photos, videos, and installers

Notification Sync

Forward Android device notifications, never miss important messages

FTP Service

Start a lightweight FTP server (alpha) for temporary file access

System Audio Sharing

Stream one desktop device’s system audio to another device on your LAN

Keyboard and Mouse Sharing

Share keyboard and mouse control between macOS, Windows, and Linux desktops

Current Version: v0.0.0 |Changelog

FAQ

How to use Whisper?

Simply download and install the application for your platform, run it on devices in the same local network and they will automatically discover and connect to each other.

What file types are supported?

All file types are supported with no size limit, but please be mindful of available local storage space.

How fast is the transfer speed?

Transfer speed depends on your local network bandwidth. It typically utilizes the full network bandwidth, resulting in very fast transfers.

Is the data transfer secure?

Since it's designed for local device use, encryption is not currently implemented. Please avoid transferring sensitive data. Encrypted transfer may be added in future updates.

Is resume support available for interrupted transfers?

Yes. Large file transfers can resume after reconnecting.

Can Whisper share desktop audio?

Yes. Desktop system audio sharing is supported. Linux needs PulseAudio or PipeWire Pulse compatibility.

Can PC version control mouse/keyboard of another desktop?

Yes. macOS, Windows, and Linux desktops can act as source or receiver. Linux currently requires X11.

How to Use

1

Download & Install

Download and install the app for your platform

2

Launch App

Run Whisper on devices that need to transfer files

3

Select Device

Choose target device from the device list

4

Start Sharing

Send files, or enable desktop audio and keyboard/mouse sharing

User Feedback

The interface is clean and intuitive. I love how I can just drag and drop files to transfer. The speed is impressive for LAN file sharing, and it has become my go-to tool for local network transfers.