openmtp ☆
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Description:
Android file transfer
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.3.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: android file-transfer productivity utility open-source
Install: brew install --cask openmtp
About:
OpenMTP is a native, open-source macOS application designed for fast and secure Android file transfer via USB. It provides a dual-pane interface that allows users to directly access and manage files on their Android device, bypassing cloud services and slow wireless connections. The tool prioritizes performance and user privacy, offering a reliable alternative to the deprecated Android File Transfer utility.
Key Features:
  • Dual-pane interface for easy drag-and-drop file management
  • High-speed file transfers over USB connection
  • No cloud dependency - files are transferred directly
  • Native macOS application with a clean, modern UI
  • Open-source and completely free to use
Use Cases:
  • Transferring large media files (photos, videos) from a Mac to an Android device
  • Managing and organizing files on an Android device directly from a desktop interface
  • Performing secure, offline backups of Android device data to a Mac
Alternatives:
  • Android File Transfer – OpenMTP is considered a more stable and user-friendly replacement for Google's official utility, which is known for being buggy and unreliable.
  • AirDroid – Unlike AirDroid, which relies on Wi-Fi and cloud services, OpenMTP uses a direct USB connection for faster speeds and enhanced privacy.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 22, 2026 7:22pm 3.3.0 0 VERSION_BUMP e973d511
Jan 27, 2023 6:05pm 3.2.10 0 VERSION_BUMP faa3d9c6
Nov 14, 2022 7:04am 3.2.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 99c08bc8
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