FileZilla - Free Download (2026)

Name: FileZilla
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Author: FileZilla

FileZilla - Free FTP Client

FileZilla is a free, open source FTP client by the FileZilla Project, licensed under GPLv3. It connects to remote servers using FTP, SFTP (SSH), and FTPS (SSL/TLS) to upload and download files. A separate FileZilla Server application lets you host your own FTP server. The Pro version costs $20 and adds cloud storage integration with S3, Azure, and Google Cloud.

It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

File transfers

Type a host address, username, password, and port into the Quickconnect bar and you are connected. The interface splits into two panels: local files on the left, remote files on the right. Drag files between panels to upload or download. Transfers that get interrupted resume automatically. You can queue multiple transfers and they process in order. The speed limiter (Edit > Settings > Transfers) lets you cap bandwidth so FileZilla does not saturate your connection.

Site management

The Site Manager (File > Site Manager) saves server credentials so you do not have to retype them. You can set up multiple connections in tabs and work on several servers at once. Directory comparison (View > Directory Comparison) highlights differences between local and remote folders, which helps when syncing website files.

Advantages

Free and open source
Supports FTP, SFTP, and FTPS
Transfer resume for interrupted downloads
Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux

Drawbacks

The SourceForge installer has bundled adware in the past - download from the official site
Stores passwords in plain text in sitemanager.xml unless you set a master password
WinSCP offers a similar feature set with a cleaner interface on Windows
The interface looks dated

Who it is for

FileZilla is the go to FTP client for web developers and anyone who needs to move files to and from remote servers. If you only use Windows, WinSCP is an alternative with a more modern look and built in text editor. For simple one off transfers, most web hosting panels have a file manager built in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FileZilla free?

Yes. FileZilla Client is free and open source under GPLv3. A Pro version ($20) adds cloud storage integration with S3, Azure, and Google Cloud.

Is FileZilla safe?

The software itself is safe, but download it from the official site (filezilla-project.org). The SourceForge installer has bundled adware in the past. Also note that FileZilla stores passwords in plain text unless you set a master password.

What is the difference between FileZilla Client and Server?

FileZilla Client connects to remote servers to upload and download files. FileZilla Server turns your computer into an FTP server that others can connect to. They are separate applications.

Features & How-To Guide

#	Feature	How to use
1	FTP and SFTP server connection	Quickconnect bar › Enter host/login/password › Port 21 (FTP) or 22 (SFTP) › Connect. Site Manager (Ctrl+S) saves server data.
2	Drag and drop file transfer	Drag files between local panel (left) and remote panel (right) › Transfer starts automatically.
3	Work with multiple servers simultaneously	Open multiple connections in separate tabs › Switch between servers › Independent transfers on each tab.
4	Resume interrupted file transfers	Transfer interrupted (lost connection/network error) › FileZilla resumes automatically or manually › Supports files above 4 GB.
5	File transfer queuing	Add files to transfer queue › Process sequentially › Right-click on task to change priority.
6	Download speed limiting 6	Edit › Settings › Transfers › Set upload/download limits in KB/s to not overload connection.
7	Local and remote folder comparison	View › Directory Comparison › Marks differences with colors between local and remote folders › Facilitates synchronization.
8	Transfer acceleration with multiple connections	Edit › Settings › Transfers › Change default 2 connections to 5-10 for faster large file transfers.