Share files between devices using only your local network – no internet connection required.
Most file sharing services require an internet connection. What if you're on a plane, in a remote location, or simply want to keep your files off the cloud?
InstDrop's Local Mode allows you to transfer files directly between devices on the same WiFi network, without any internet connection.
Works Offline
No internet required – just connect both devices to the same WiFi network.
Maximum Privacy
Your files never leave your local network. Complete data sovereignty.
Fast Transfer
Local network speeds are often faster than internet-based transfers.
Planes, remote locations, areas with poor connectivity
Sensitive documents that shouldn't touch the internet
Local network is often faster than your internet connection
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Ensure both devices are connected to the same local WiFi network. Internet access is not required.
Go to instdrop.cz/local on both devices. This activates the local-only mode.
instdrop.cz/localOn the receiving device, enter the IP address shown on the sending device's screen.
Choose the files you want to transfer and start the direct transfer.
Files are transferred directly and can be downloaded immediately on the receiving device.
Sender Device
Shares local IP
Local Network
Direct connection
Receiver Device
Receives files
✓ Files never leave your local network
✓ No data passes through any external servers
✓ End-to-end encrypted transfer
✓ Perfect for sensitive or confidential files
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