Share files across local network
About this app
Warpinator for Android is an unofficial port of Linux Mint's file sharing tool of the same name. It is fully compatible with the original protocol and allows for easy transfer of files between Android and Linux devices.
Features:
- Automatic discovery of compatible services on local network - Works on WiFi or hotspot, no internet connection needed - Transfer any type of files quickly and easily - Receive entire directories - Run multiple transfers in parallel - Share files from other applications - Limit who can connect using a group code - Option to start on boot - Does not require your location or any other unnecessary permissions
This application is free software licensed under GNU General Public License v3. You can obtain the source code at https://github.com/slowscript/warpinator-android
Licensed under GPL-3.0-only.
What's New in v1.9
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - Ability to send and receive text messages
- - Send non-file shared content from other apps as text
- - Option to connect manually, rescan and reannounce also from Share activity
- - Use a temp file for safer overwriting
- - Updated legacy launcher icon bitmaps
- - Fixed missing spacing between remote cards
Version history
Dec 28, 2025 · 8.6 MB · Android API 21–35 · code 1090
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - Ability to send and receive text messages
- - Send non-file shared content from other apps as text
- - Option to connect manually, rescan and reannounce also from Share activity
- - Use a temp file for safer overwriting
- - Updated legacy launcher icon bitmaps
- - Fixed missing spacing between remote cards
SHA-256 0554b69a01dd325180003261772ae7e97e378409b98bb8242534a064ce79e4e4
Oct 20, 2025 · 8.5 MB · Android API 21–35 · code 1085
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - Fixed error when connecting more than 1 other device
- - Fixed issue where devices would sometimes register with API v1 even if both support V2
- - Report connection error in second phase instead of just "no duplex"
- - Extended duplex timeout to 8 seconds
SHA-256 f426488b2ededbad3a3ebc00ac35485a778a8527f205158b964cd3eb30fb6f1f
Oct 10, 2025 · 8.4 MB · Android API 21–35 · code 1084
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - Target Android 15 (no autostart on A15+)
- - Edge to edge UI (as required by A15)
- - Warn about device not being on the same subnet
- - Show IP in network interface picker
- - Use fixed color app icon
- - Fixed showing manual connect dialog
SHA-256 962a5e4d540f7bce5b5bd20a10efb1df28bce11412ac8488cf94ca87d98d2b87
Will it run on your device?
92%
- Runs on a broad range of modern Android versions.
- Multiple CPU architectures are covered.
- Aligned with the latest Android target SDK expectations.
Installation Guide
Open Settings on your Android device
Go to Security → Unknown sources (or Install unknown apps)
Enable "Allow from this source" for your browser or file manager
Open the downloaded APK file from your Downloads folder
Tap "Install" and wait for installation to complete
Launch the app from your home screen
Make sure to re-enable Unknown Sources restrictions after installation for security.
How to install this safely
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How to roll back to an earlier version
If the current release misbehaves, 1.8.5 is the last build before it. Android will not install an older version code over a newer one, so you must uninstall Warpinator for Android (unofficial) first — which clears its local data unless you have a backup. Reinstall the older APK only if its signing fingerprint matches the build you already trust, and check the API range: an older release may target an Android version your device has moved past.
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Source code
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SHA-256 Hash
0554b69a01dd325180003261772ae7e97e378409b98bb8242534a064ce79e4e4
Signing certificate
eb8c955a2a5c557d618d7924dc0ddfc3815881eb93a6facddda833c0dd49c237
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