Ricochet Refresh is a free, open‑source messenger designed for private, anonymous communication. Built on Tor Onion Services v3, it eliminates reliance on central servers, ensuring that no one can monitor who you talk to or what you say.

✨ Key Features

🕵️ Metadata resistant – hides who you talk to and when

🌐 Anonymous identities – no IP or location exposure

🔗 Decentralised – peer‑to‑peer via Tor, no servers to trust or hack

📂 Native file transfer – secure sharing built into the app

🛡️ Upgraded security – improved over the original Ricochet, hardened against timing attacks

🖥️ Cross‑platform – available for Windows, macOS, Linux

Perfect for: Whistleblowers, activists, journalists, or anyone needing strong anonymity and freedom of expression.

Destiny is an open-source secure file transfer application built on the Magic Wormhole protocol. It allows users to send files in real time without revealing identities or storing data on servers. Key features:

🔒 End‑to‑end encryption for safe delivery

🌐 Peer‑to‑peer connections with no central storage

🧩 Short, human‑memorable codes for quick and secure transfers

🛡️ Designed with human rights organizations in mind

✅ Independently audited for security assurance

💻 Cross‑platform support: Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, Linux

Perfect for anyone who needs fast, private, and trustworthy file sharing without compromising on security.

LocalSend is a free, open‑source, cross‑platform tool that lets you share files instantly with nearby devices — no internet required.

📡 Send files directly over local network

🔒 Secure, private, and open‑source

💻 Works across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

⚡ Fast transfers without cloud dependency

Perfect for: Users who want a simple, private, and cross‑platform way to share files without third‑party servers.

ShareX is a free, open‑source productivity tool for Windows that lets you capture or record any area of your screen and share it instantly. It comes packed with annotation, automation, and workflow features for power users.

🖼️ Capture full screen, window, region, or scrolling content

🎥 Record screen as video or GIF

🖊️ Built‑in annotation, highlighting, and editing tools

⚡ Automate tasks with customizable workflows

🌐 Upload to over 80 destinations (cloud, social, FTP, etc.)

🤝 Open‑source, community‑driven, and free forever

Perfect for: Developers, designers, and productivity enthusiasts who need a versatile screen capture and sharing tool.

Retroshare is a free, open‑source platform that establishes encrypted connections between you and your friends to create a secure, decentralized network. It provides a wide range of distributed services without relying on central servers.

🛡️ End‑to‑end encrypted communication for maximum privacy

💬 Built‑in chat, mail, forums, and channels

🌐 Fully decentralized, no central authority or hidden costs

📱 Available on Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android

⚡ Share files securely with trusted peers

🤝 Community‑driven project with strong focus on anonymity

Perfect for: Privacy‑conscious users who want secure, decentralized communication and file sharing beyond traditional platforms.

ProjectSend is a free, open‑source, self‑hosted application that lets you upload files and assign them to specific clients. It’s designed for secure, private file sharing without relying on external services.

📂 Upload and organize files per client or project

🔒 Secure, private sharing with user accounts and permissions

⚡ Easy installation on VPS or shared hosting

🖥️ Web‑based interface accessible from any device

🔧 Customizable branding and client management features

🤝 Community‑driven, open‑source project with active development

Perfect for: Freelancers, agencies, and businesses who want to share files securely with clients while maintaining full control.

qBittorrent is a free, open‑source BitTorrent client designed as a lightweight alternative to µTorrent. It offers a polished interface, no ads, and powerful features for efficient torrent management.

🖥️ Cross‑platform support (Windows, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD)

🔍 Built‑in search engine with category‑specific requests

⚡ Supports Magnet links, DHT, PEX, LSD, and encrypted connections

📂 Sequential downloading and advanced torrent content selection

📊 Bandwidth scheduler and per‑torrent prioritization

🌐 Remote control through WebUI with AJAX interface

🛠️ Torrent creation tool and IP filtering support

🤝 Community‑driven, open‑source project with active development

Perfect for: Users who want a fast, ad‑free, and feature‑rich torrent client across multiple platforms.