FileZilla
Cross-platform FTP, FTPS, and SFTP client with site manager, queueing, and bookmarking.
Why it is included
GPLv2+ client that remains a reference GUI for classic file transfer workflows.
Best for
Admins and web publishers moving files over FTP/SFTP without the command line.
If you use Windows, Mac, or paid tools
FTP/SFTP client alternative to CuteFTP, legacy FlashFXP, and Fetch on macOS.
Strengths
- Protocol coverage
- Queue UX
- Cross-platform
Limitations
- Legacy FTP still tempts insecure setups—prefer SFTP/TLS
Good alternatives
WinSCP · OpenSSH sftp
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