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croc vs Magic Wormhole
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| Fact | croc | Magic Wormhole |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Go | Python |
| Licence | MIT | MIT |
| Stars | 41k | 23k |
| Latest | v11.5.4 | 0.24.0 |
| Last push | 2026-10-05 | 2026-09-23 |
| Release cadence | about 3 days between releases | too few releases |
| Active contributors | 25 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace WeTransfer. Alternatives to WeTransfer →
PartialcrocSends files from one computer to another through a relay with a code phrase and end-to-end encryption; nothing waits online for later download.
PartialMagic WormholeSends files between two computers with a short code and end-to-end encryption; both sides must be online at once.
croc
Magic Wormhole
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croc
unsigned The latest release, v11.5.4, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Magic Wormhole
✓ signed The latest release, 0.24.0, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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