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Core FTP
What Core FTP is
Core FTP is Windows software for transferring and managing files over multiple protocols. Its free Core FTP LE client provides FTP features without popup ads, advertising, spyware, or registration reminders. Transfers can use SSL, TLS, FTPS, HTTPS, or SFTP, and the software supports synchronization, scheduled transfers, automation, and site-to-site transfers. It also lists a portable version, browser integration, and command-line operations. Core FTP Pro adds file encryption and decryption, email notifications, external program execution, and IBM Information Exchange support with command-line updates. The client includes HIPAA-compliant security, and educational institutions qualify for a free site license. Client licenses are limited to the client software, and listed license support is by email only. Pricing listings include a Standard single-user license at $24.95 a month and a separate Standard single-user license at $24.95, paid once. Prices also vary by license type and quantity, so check the specific listing before choosing.
Who it suits
Core FTP suits Windows users who need file transfers, synchronization, or scheduled and automated operations. Educational institutions may qualify for a free site license.
What it does well
- Free client has no popup ads or spyware.
- Supports SSL, TLS, FTPS, HTTPS, and SFTP.
- Scheduled transfers and automation are supported.
- Portable version is available.
- Educational institutions qualify for a free site license.
What to know first
- Available only for Windows.
- Client licenses are limited to client software.
- Listed license support is email only.
- Standard single-user listings show different billing terms.
Limits
Core FTP LE is the free client. Paid license terms vary: Standard single-user listings include $24.95 per month and $24.95 once, while quantity-based prices and Pro options also appear in the listings.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard single-user license | 1 user | $24.95 a month |
| Pro single-user license | 1 user | $39.95 a month |
| Standard user license, quantity 2-9 | 2-9 users | $22.95 a month |
| Pro user license, quantity 2-9 | 2-9 users | $36.95 a month |
| Standard user license, quantity 10-19 | 10-19 users | $19.95 a month |
| Pro user license, quantity 10-19 | 10-19 users | $33.95 a month |
| Standard user license, quantity 20-50 | 20-50 users | $16.95 a month |
| Pro user license, quantity 20-50 | 20-50 users | $29.95 a month |
The first 8 of 17 plans, as coreftp.com lists them, read 20 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word. Every plan
Getting started
- Open the Core FTP website on a Windows computer.
- Use Core FTP LE for the free FTP client features.
- Choose a Standard or Pro license if you need a paid option.
- Select a license listing that matches the required user quantity and billing terms.
- Use the client’s transfer, synchronization, scheduling, or command-line features.
Verdict
Core FTP LE covers common transfer and automation tasks without charge, while Pro adds encryption and other listed capabilities. Review each license listing carefully because the displayed single-user Standard options have different billing terms.
Questions
Is Core FTP free?
Core FTP LE is a free Windows FTP client. Educational institutions qualify for a free FTP client site license.
What does a paid Standard single-user license cost?
Listings show a Standard single-user license at $24.95 per month and another Standard single-user license at $24.95 once.
What platforms does Core FTP support?
The listed platform is Windows.
Which secure transfer protocols are supported?
Transfers can use SSL, TLS, FTPS, HTTPS, or SFTP.
What does Core FTP Pro add?
Pro can encrypt and decrypt files to servers and includes email notifications, external program execution, and IBM Information Exchange support with command-line updates.
What support comes with client licenses?
Listed client licenses provide email support only and can be used only with the client software.
Facts from Core FTP's own pages
- Browser integration
- Browser integration is included among the client features. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Command line
- The client supports command line transfers and command line operations. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Company goal
- Core FTP states its goal is to provide the best FTP software on the internet. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- File encryption
- Core FTP Pro can encrypt and decrypt files to servers. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- File synchronization
- Yes · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Free FTP client
- Core FTP LE is free Windows software with client FTP features. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- EDU site license
- Educational institutions qualify for a free FTP client site license. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
- No advertising
- The free client has no popup ads, advertising, or spyware. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- No registration prompts
- Users are not asked or reminded to register. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- IBM integration
- Core FTP Pro supports IBM Information Exchange with command line updates. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Client-only licenses
- Client licenses can only be used with the client software. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Email notifications
- Core FTP Pro includes email notification and external program execution. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Supported platforms
- windows · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Portable version
- Yes · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Protocol coverage
- multi-protocol · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Scheduled transfers
- Core FTP Pro supports unattended scheduled FTP transfers without additional services. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- HIPAA security
- The client includes HIPAA compliant security. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Secure protocols
- Transfers can use SSL, TLS, FTPS, HTTPS, or SFTP. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Site transfers
- The software supports site to site file transfers. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Paid from
- 24.95 · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Windows platform
- The free FTP client is software for Windows. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Email support
- Listed client licenses provide email support only. · coreftp.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Transfer automation
- Yes · coreftp.com, 20 Sept 2026
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