flying-carpet ☆

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Description:
File transfer over ad-hoc wifi

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 9.0.4,9.0.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: file-transfer wifi cli encryption networking

Install: brew install --cask flying-carpet

About:
Flying Carpet is a command-line utility that establishes a direct, encrypted Wi-Fi connection between devices without requiring a traditional network or hotspot. It automates the creation of an ad-hoc network and uses TLS encryption to securely transfer files between different operating systems. This tool is ideal for situations where no shared network infrastructure is available.

Key Features:

Cross-platform file transfer (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS)
Automatic ad-hoc Wi-Fi network creation
End-to-end encrypted transfers
No external dependencies or internet connection required

Use Cases:

Transferring large files between laptops in a field or conference setting without internet
Securely sharing sensitive documents between devices on an isolated network
Quick data migration when Wi-Fi infrastructure is unavailable

Alternatives:

LocalSend – LocalSend uses existing local Wi-Fi networks, whereas Flying Carpet creates its own ad-hoc connection.
Nearby Share / AirDrop – Built-in OS features that are convenient but often restricted to specific ecosystems or require pre-configured settings.

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