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NetShare creates a Wi-Fi hotspot to share an internet connection without root access.
About NetShare
NetShare is a mobile app that turns a phone or tablet into a Wi-Fi hotspot so its internet connection can be shared with other devices without root access. It can also act as a Wi-Fi repeater to extend an existing home or office network and can share an active VPN connection with connected devices. Because Android does not route traffic directly without root, client devices must be pointed at a local HTTP proxy address and port that NetShare displays, alongside the generated network name and password. Setup guides are provided for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Chromebook and Linux.
Key features
- Creates a Wi-Fi hotspot without root access or system modification
- Shares a device's internet or mobile data connection with other devices
- Wi-Fi repeater mode extends an existing home or office network
- Shares an active VPN connection with devices on the hotspot
- Displays the generated network name and password
- Client devices connect through a manually configured HTTP proxy
Best for: People who want to share a phone's internet connection with a PC, tablet or second phone without rooting the device.
Good for
- Works without root access, avoiding warranty voiding and system file changes
- Supports hotspot sharing, Wi-Fi repeating and VPN sharing
- States the hotspot is secured with WPA2 encryption
Watch out for
- Each connected device needs its HTTP proxy set manually to the displayed IP address and port
- Pricing is not stated on the homepage
- Supported OS versions are not specified beyond 'modern operating systems'
NetShare at a glance
- Website
- netshare.app
- Category
- Mobile Apps › Android Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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NetShare FAQ
Do I need a rooted device to use NetShare?
No. NetShare is designed to work without root access on modern operating systems.
Why do I need to set up a proxy on the connected device?
Android system limitations prevent direct routing of internet traffic without root, so NetShare routes data through a local proxy server on the host device.
Can I share a VPN connection?
Yes, NetShare can share an active VPN connection with devices connected over the hotspot.
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