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Anytype Local Sync Without Internet Not Working

Ongoing Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android Updated October 21, 2026

Quick answer

Local peer-to-peer sync only works when devices are on the same local network and nothing blocks the connection. Use the same app version and account on both, disable VPNs and firewalls, and remember spaces can't be shared with others in local-only mode.

Most likely fix: Use the same version and account.

Symptoms

Two devices on the same Wi-Fi or hotspot never see each other's changes while offline.

Why it happens

  • Router or network blocking connections between devices
  • Firewall or VPN blocking local discovery
  • Different app versions or accounts
  • Expecting space sharing in local-only mode (not supported)

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

  1. 1. Use the same version and account

    1. Update both devices to the latest version
    2. Log in with the same Key on both

  2. 2. Check the local network

    1. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi
    2. Disable VPNs and allow Anytype in the firewall
    3. Make sure the router isn't blocking device-to-device connections

  3. 3. Keep a backup if you're local-only

    1. Export your channels regularly to an external drive
    2. Local-only mode has no remote backup; a lost device means lost data

This guide also covers

  • anytype local sync
  • anytype sync without internet
  • anytype p2p sync not working
  • anytype local only mode

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