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WinSCP is a free SFTP, SCP, S3, WebDAV, and FTP client for Windows.
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WinSCP is a popular free file manager for Windows supporting SFTP, FTP, FTPS, SCP, S3, WebDAV and local-to-local file transfers. A powerful 7-Zip
A free file archiver for
tool to enhance your productivity with a user-friendly interface and automation options like .NET assembly or batch file scripting. Use WinSCP
extremely high compression
also for file editing, directory synchronization and site management. WinSCP is open-source and well documented. It is available in English and
many other languages.
VLC media player
Features The best free media player for
• Support for Amazon S3, FTP, FTPS, SCP, • Directory synchronization in several semi or • Optionally supports portable operation video and DVDs

SFTP or WebDAV fully automatic ways using a configuration file instead of registry
entries, suitable for operation from Brakeman
• All common operations with files • Integrated text editor and support for
removable media A static analysis security
external text editors
• Integration with Windows, PuTTY and other vulnerability scanner for Rub…
• Binary and text transfer modes, transfer
applications • Graphical user interface with choice of
queue and background transfers
Windows File Explorer-like or Norton
• Translated into many languages
Commander-like interfaces • A comprehensive WinSCP documentation Advertisement

• Scripting and task automation with batch and an active user forum are freely
accessible at WinSCP site Top Searches
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File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

FTP Clients
Categories License
Communications, Cryptography, File Transfer Protocol GNU General Public License version 2.0 (GPLv2)
(FTP), FTP Clients, SFTP Clients, WebDAV Clients, S3
Clients

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How to Use WinSCP
WinSCP (Windows Secure Copy) is an open source SFTP client, FTP client, WebDAV client and SCP client for Windows. Its main function is
transferring files between a local and a remote computer. WinSCP supports SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) for secure file transfers and
legacy SCP (Secure Copy Protocol). You can use WinSCP to transfer files both manually and automatically.

WinSCP Installation Program

WinSCP installs effortlessly through its installation program, which lets you select defaults or customize WinSCP to your liking. For example,
you can choose a Norton-Commander interface or an Explorer-like interface. The Norton commander interface provides both local and remote
directory panels, while the Explorer-like interface provides only a remote panel.

WinSCP Login Screen

To configure your session, start WinSCP. The Login dialog opens, where you enter your settings. (The Login dialog can be invoked later to open
additional sessions.) The program will ask you for your login information. In most cases, you will only need to select the server’s protocol, and
enter the host name, user name, plus password and click Login.

Main Window (Commander Interface)

The Commander Interface is based on Norton Commander (and similar file managers). A local folder is displayed in the left panel and a remote
folder in the right panel. Files are usually transferred between these two folders, though it is possible to transfer files into a different folder.
This kind of user interface is also known as an Orthodox File Manager.

Main Window (Explorer Interface)

The Explorer interface WinSCP looks similar to a normal Microsoft Windows folder (Windows Explorer) but, unlike with Commander Interface,
only the remote directory is shown. To transfer the files you typically use drag and drop between WinSCP and Windows Explorer.

To access additional operations, right-click any object to select an operation from the context menu. You can also right-click a file or a directory
to drag it to another location. If you want to explore additional features, visit the WinSCP FAQ for details.

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User Ratings
4.8 out of 5 stars

★★★★★ 182 Ease 4/5

★★★★ 11
Features 4/5
★★★ 2
Design 4/5
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★ 7 Support 4/5

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cairoripper824 Posted 2025-02-03

I've been using this product for a long time, waiting for the interface update)

simplixi Posted 2024-11-18

Perfect but will be the best if the UI/UX can be improved.

1 user found this review helpful.

gyll Posted 2024-11-11

Great simplicity, just gets the job done, 5 stars!

 1 user found this review helpful.

ganeshpatil57 Posted 2024-09-12

Nice project using since last 5 years great tool

1 user found this review helpful.

phelante Posted 2024-08-14

I've used WinSCP for about 20 years and it's helped me maintain MANY Linux Servers and Desktops. I recommend it to all levels of users.

1 user found this review helpful.

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Additional Project Details

Awards

SEP 2008

Winner: Security category 2006

Operating Systems
WINE, Windows Server, Windows

Languages
Croatian, Korean, French, Ukrainian, Dutch, Polish, Czech, Finnish, Italian, Catalan, English, Portuguese, Serbian, Chinese (Traditional), Swedish,
Turkish, Indonesian, Malay, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified), German, Japanese, Spanish, Russian, Hungarian

Intended Audience
System Administrators, Developers, End Users/Desktop

User Interface
Win32 (MS Windows), Plugins

Programming Language
C++

Related Categories
C++ Communications Software, C++ Cryptography Software, C++ File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Software, C++ FTP Clients, C++ SFTP Clients
Registered
2003-07-13

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