FileZilla

Free
by FileZilla Project·Developer Tools·★ 4.3 PlanetSofts rating

A free, open-source FTP, FTPS and SFTP client for Windows, macOS and Linux with a two-pane file manager.

DownloadOfficial · checked Oct 6
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About FileZilla

FileZilla is a long-established file transfer client that supports FTP, FTP over TLS and SFTP. Its main window shows local files on one side and the remote server on the other, with a transfer queue below, so moving files is a matter of dragging between panes.

The Site Manager stores connection details, and features such as resumable transfers, bandwidth limits and filename filters help with large or repeated uploads. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux, which is handy for teams that mix operating systems.

FileZilla suits web publishers, developers and anyone who needs to push files to a hosting account or server. The client is open source and free to use. The project also offers a separate paid Pro edition with extra protocols such as cloud storage services, so check which edition you are downloading.

When installing, read each installer screen and choose the official download from the project site.

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Editor's notes

Download only from the official project site and watch the installer screens for optional extras. Use SFTP or FTPS rather than plain FTP where the server allows.

01Two-pane interfaceLocal and remote files side by side
02Site ManagerSave connection details for quick access
03Resumable transfersContinue interrupted uploads and downloads
04Cross-platformWindows, macOS and Linux versions
05Open source clientFree standard edition

Frequently asked

Is FileZilla free?

The standard client is free and open source. A separate Pro edition is paid.

Does it need an account?

No. You enter the details for your own server or host.

Which platforms are supported?

Windows, macOS and Linux.

Where does the download link go?

Directly to filezilla-project.org or the official app store for your platform. PlanetSofts never rehosts installers or adds wrappers, and these links were last verified Oct 6, 2026.

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