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Developer ToolsAlternative to WeTransferAlternative to WormholeAlternative to AirDrop

croc

Easily and securely send things from one computer to another via CLI code phrases.

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LicenseMIT
GitHub stars28.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
CliP2pFile TransferDeveloper ToolsGolangPake Encryption
Overview

Why consider croc?

croc is a command-line tool that allows any two computers to simply and securely transfer files and folders. It provides end-to-end PAKE encryption (PAKE/PAKE2), resume capabilities, and local relay fallback.

Guided learning

Learn croc by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of croc

croc connects computers through encrypted relay matching, establishing direct peer-to-peer TCP streams whenever possible.

Quickstart

bash
1# Sender
2croc send my-archive.tar.gz
3
4# Receiver
5croc 7-car-hotel-orange

croc is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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croc FAQs

croc is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

croc is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

croc is listed as an alternative to WeTransfer. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.