Mac Os Ftp

Transfer files with FTP, FTPS, SFTP and Cloud Services (Including SSH Terminal).

In Mac OS X, connection can directly be made to a remote FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server, from within the OS, without using any additional software.

The easiest way is to open the Finder Window and select the from the main menu Go -> connect to Server. A dialog box will appear. Enter the server name (including ftp://) and click connect.

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You can then login either as a guest user or enter username/password for registered accounts.

There is a built in FTP client in the shell if you know command line. Otherwise I have never seen a GUI FTP client built in to OS X. I use Captain FTP. It is the best GUI FTP client I could find for the mac. Download FileZilla® for free. A fast cross-platform FTP client. FileZilla® is a cross-platform FTP, SFTP, and FTPS client with a vast list of features, which supports Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and more. FileZilla's dynamic tools help you move files between your local machine and your Web site's server effortlessly.

Alternatively, you can type the ftp server name in the Safari’s address bar for quick access to the built-in FTP client.

The downside of this simple method is that it can only be used for downloading files. Moreover, if the user name/password consists of the symbol ‘@‘ then, well, Finder fails to connect!

Transferring files to and from your web host or server is best done with what’s commonly known an FTP client, though the term is a bit dated because there are more secure alternatives such as SFTP and FTPS.

If you’re looking for a free FTP software, though, this compilation of the best free FTP clients will help you narrow your choices. Keep reading to see the full list and learn why these free FTP clients made the cut!

What is an FTP?

An FTP, which stands for File Transfer Protocol, is a method for transferring files from one computer to another.

Mac Os Ftp Client

How we created this list of the best free FTP software applications

When I was putting together this list, this was my criteria:

Supports secure file transfer protocols: FTP isn’t secure. Among its many flaws, plain FTP doesn’t encrypt the data you’re transferring. If your data is compromised en route to its destination, your credentials (username and password) and your data can easily be read. SFTP (which stands for SHH File Transfer Protocol) is a popular secure alternative, but there are many others.
Has a GUI: There are some awesome FTP clients with a command-line interface, but for a great number of people, a graphical user interface is more approachable and easier to use.

5 best free FTP clients

The five free FTP clients that made our list include:

1. FileZilla

Topping the list is FileZilla, an open source FTP client. It’s fast, being able to handle simultaneous transmissions (multi-threaded transfers), and supports SFTP and FTPS (which stands for FTP over SSL). What’s more, it’s available on all operating systems, so if you work on multiple computers — like if you’re forced to use Windows at work but you have a Mac at home — you don’t need to use a different application for your file-transferring needs.

Available on Windows, Mac OS and Linux

2. Cyberduck

Cyberduck can take care of a ton of your file-transferring needs: SFTP, WebDav, Amazon S3, and more. It has a minimalist UI, which makes it super easy to use.

Available on Windows and Mac OS

3. FireFTP

This Mozilla Firefox add-on gives you a very capable FTP/SFTP client right within your browser. It’s available on all platforms that can run Firefox.

Available on Windows, Mac OS and Linux

Download here

4. Classic FTP

Classic FTP is a file transfer client that’s free for non-commercial use. It has a very simple interface, which is a good thing, because it makes it easy and intuitive to use. I like its “Compare Directories” feature that’s helpful for seeing differences between your local and remote files.

Available on Windows and Mac OS

5. WinSCP

This popular FTP client has a very long list of features, and if you’re a Windows user, it’s certainly worth a look. WinSCP can deal with multiple file-transfer protocols (SFTP, SCP, FTP, and WebDav). It has a built-in text editor for making quick text edits more convenient, and has scripting support for power users.

Available on Windows

Honorable Mention: Transmit

Mac Os Ftp Server

For this post, I decided to focus on free software. But it just doesn’t seem right to leave out Transmit (which costs $34) in a post about FTP clients because it’s a popular option used by web developers on Mac OS. It has a lot of innovative features and its user-friendliness is unmatched. If you’ve got the cash to spare and you’re on a Mac, this might be your best option.

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Available on Mac OS

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Which FTP client do you use?

There’s a great deal of FTP clients out there. If your favorite FTP client isn’t on the list, please mention it in the comments for the benefit of other readers. And if you’ve used any of the FTP clients mentioned here, please do share your thoughts about them too.