Syncthing for Mac

Quick Overview

Syncthing is a free, open-source utility for synchronizing and sharing files directly between devices. It lets users set up folders that can be shared with others across the internet, enabling distribution of documents, photos, videos and other media. Access is controlled by the device owners — you share what you want and receive what others permit.

What It Lets You Do

• Sync files across multiple machines so your documents and media stay up to date.
• Exchange files with other people worldwide by granting them access to specific folders.
• Use an open-source ecosystem to discover and exchange a variety of content types, from research datasets to personal media.

Privacy and Protection

Syncthing uses end-to-end encryption for transfers, so data moved between peers is protected in transit. There are several sharing modes and permission settings that increase flexibility and help you limit exposure, though beginners may need time to learn the best configuration for their needs.

Installing and Getting Started

Setting up Syncthing can require more steps than typical consumer apps, but once configured it runs smoothly in the background and keeps folders synchronized automatically. The software supports many desktop and Android environments, and lets you keep files consistent across your devices.

Known Restrictions

• Syncthing is not currently available on iOS, which means iPhone and iPad users cannot use it directly.
• The initial setup and configuration may be challenging for users unfamiliar with networking or file-sync concepts.