WinSCP

Free and open source file manager and transfer client for Windows supporting FTP, SFTP, SCP, WebDAV, and S3 protocols.

WinSCP

Overview

WinSCP is a Windows file manager and transfer client supporting FTP, SFTP, SCP, WebDAV, and Amazon S3. It offers a graphical interface, scripting, automation, and integration with Windows and PuTTY for secure file transfers and management.

Last updated: Sep 15, 2026

Key Features

Protocol Support

Supports FTP, SFTP, SCP, FTPS, WebDAV, and Amazon S3 for versatile file transfer options.

Graphical User Interface

Provides user-friendly Explorer and Commander interfaces for managing files locally and remotely.

Scripting and Automation

Includes command-line interface, scripting capabilities, and .NET assembly for automating file transfers and tasks.

Integration with Windows and PuTTY

Integrates with Windows features like drag & drop and with PuTTY for SSH authentication and session management.

File Management Operations

Supports all common file operations including upload, download, synchronization, and directory caching.

Security Features

Supports password, keyboard-interactive, public key, and Kerberos authentication methods with optional master password protection.

Portable Use

Can be run in portable mode using configuration files instead of registry entries, suitable for removable media.

Integrated Text Editor

Includes a built-in text editor for editing files directly within the application.

Pros

Completely free and open source with no licensing fees.
Supports multiple secure protocols including SFTP, SCP, and FTPS.
Offers both graphical interface and scripting for flexible use.
Integrates well with Windows and PuTTY for seamless workflow.
Supports automation and advanced transfer settings for power users.

Cons

Windows-only application, no native support for other operating systems.
User interface may feel dated compared to modern file transfer clients.
Limited cloud storage integrations beyond Amazon S3.
No official mobile app or web-based client.
Advanced features may require technical knowledge to utilize fully.

Pricing

WinSCP pricing plans
Plan	Price	Highlights
Free	$0	Full access to all features Open source and free to use Community support

Pricing is collected from the official WinSCP website and may change. Always confirm with the vendor.

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Key Features

Protocol Support

Supports FTP, SFTP, SCP, FTPS, WebDAV, and Amazon S3 for versatile file transfer options.

Graphical User Interface

Provides user-friendly Explorer and Commander interfaces for managing files locally and remotely.

Scripting and Automation

Includes command-line interface, scripting capabilities, and .NET assembly for automating file transfers and tasks.

Integration with Windows and PuTTY

Integrates with Windows features like drag & drop and with PuTTY for SSH authentication and session management.

File Management Operations

Supports all common file operations including upload, download, synchronization, and directory caching.

Security Features

Supports password, keyboard-interactive, public key, and Kerberos authentication methods with optional master password protection.

Portable Use

Can be run in portable mode using configuration files instead of registry entries, suitable for removable media.

Integrated Text Editor

Includes a built-in text editor for editing files directly within the application.

Pros

Completely free and open source with no licensing fees.
Supports multiple secure protocols including SFTP, SCP, and FTPS.
Offers both graphical interface and scripting for flexible use.
Integrates well with Windows and PuTTY for seamless workflow.
Supports automation and advanced transfer settings for power users.

Cons

Windows-only application, no native support for other operating systems.
User interface may feel dated compared to modern file transfer clients.
Limited cloud storage integrations beyond Amazon S3.
No official mobile app or web-based client.
Advanced features may require technical knowledge to utilize fully.

Pricing

WinSCP pricing plans
Plan	Price	Highlights
Free	$0	Full access to all features Open source and free to use Community support

Pricing is collected from the official WinSCP website and may change. Always confirm with the vendor.

WinSCP

Overview

Key Features

Protocol Support

Graphical User Interface

Scripting and Automation

Integration with Windows and PuTTY

File Management Operations

Security Features

Portable Use

Integrated Text Editor

Pros

Cons

Pricing

Featured Video

Frequently Asked Questions

Ratings & reviews

Ratings & reviews

Community reviews (0)

Ratings & reviews

Community reviews (0)

Key Features

Protocol Support

Graphical User Interface

Scripting and Automation

Integration with Windows and PuTTY

File Management Operations

Security Features

Portable Use

Integrated Text Editor

Pros

Cons

Pricing

Featured Video

Frequently Asked Questions

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