Sharik — Share Files Without Internet or Unnecessary Complications

Sound familiar? Need to quickly send a file from your phone to your laptop, but the internet is slow or unavailable. Or share a presentation with a colleague in a meeting where Wi-Fi is unstable. In such cases, Sharik comes to the rescue — a minimalist tool for instant file sharing over a local network.

What is this project and why do you need it

Sharik is an open-source cross-platform application (written in Flutter) that lets you transfer files between devices over Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot. The main advantage — no internet required, just need to be on the same local network.

Who is this useful for:

• Developers for quickly transferring builds between devices
• Teams for sharing documents in the office
• Those who frequently work in the field without stable internet
• Anyone tired of cloud storage with its limits and delays

Main advantages of Sharik

1. Cross-platform Works on Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, and macOS. Transfer files between different OS — for example, from Android to Mac.

2. No installation required on the receiving end The recipient can download the file through a regular browser — no additional apps needed.

3. Local network instead of internet Works even where there's no internet access — just need Wi-Fi or a smartphone hotspot.

4. Minimalist interface Nothing extra: select files, start the server, share the link with the recipient.

5. Multi-language support Russian, English, Chinese, and more — over 20 localizations in total.

Technical details

Sharik is written in Flutter, which ensures cross-platform compatibility and a single codebase for all supported OSes. The app creates a local web server through which other devices can download files. It uses port 80 (HTTP) or 8080 (if 80 is occupied).

How it works in practice

1. Sending files from Android to a computer

   • Launch Sharik on your phone, select files
   • Connect your laptop to the phone's hotspot
   • Enter the address shown by Sharik in your browser
   • Download the file directly

2. Sharing documents in the office

   • One employee launches Sharik on their computer
   • Everyone else connects to the corporate Wi-Fi
   • Transfer files without using email or messengers

3. Quick photo transfer

   • Take a photo on your phone, immediately send it to your computer for processing
   • No need to wait for cloud upload or search for a cable

Where to download

Sharik is available in all major app stores:

Android

Windows

scoop bucket add extras
scoop install sharik

Linux

sudo snap install sharik-app

You can find the complete list of installation options on the project page.

Verdict: is it worth trying?

Sharik doesn't try to replace cloud storage or messengers. It's a specialized tool for a specific task: quick file sharing over a local network. If you often need to:

• Transfer files without internet
• Work across different platforms
• Have a simple and predictable tool

then Sharik definitely deserves a place in your utility toolkit. Simplicity and reliability are its main strengths.