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FTPShell Client

What FTPShell Client is
FTPShell Client is a Windows file transfer program for connecting to FTP, FTPS, and SFTP servers. It supports file synchronization, scheduled transfers, and transfer automation. FTPS connections use SSL/TLS, while SFTP connections use SSH. The client runs on Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, 11, and Windows Server 2003 through 2022. It can automatically unzip downloaded archives and zip files before uploading them. A syntax-highlighting editor works with local and remote files. FXP support transfers files directly between remote servers. The Personal Edition is free for non-commercial use, while Pro and Enterprise editions add scheduling, search, synchronization, server transfers, scripting, and command-line execution depending on the license. Pro plans cost 59.95 USD, 79.95 USD, or $99.95, paid once for one, two, or three years of updates. Enterprise plans cost 199.95 USD, 269.95 USD, or $339.95, paid once. A 30-day trial is available.
Who it suits
It suits Windows users who transfer files through FTP, FTPS, or SFTP. Non-commercial users can use the Personal Edition, while businesses can choose Pro or Enterprise licensing.
What it does well
- Supports FTP, FTPS, and SFTP
- Synchronizes folders and schedules transfers
- Automates archive extraction and compression
- Includes remote and local file editor
- Offers server-to-server FXP transfers
What to know first
- Personal Edition is restricted to non-commercial use
- Windows-only software
- License delivery may take up to 24 hours
- Paid plans are one-time purchases with update terms
Limits
The Personal Edition is free only for non-commercial use. Pro and Enterprise capabilities depend on the selected edition and update term, while the trial lasts 30 days.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Edition | Free for non-commercial use | On request |
| Pro Edition + 1 Year of Updates | Includes 1 year of updates · Task scheduling · Remote file search · Folder comparison and synchronization · Server-to-server transfers | $59.95, paid once |
| Pro Edition + 2 Years of Updates | Includes 2 years of updates · Task scheduling · Remote file search · Folder comparison and synchronization · Server-to-server transfers | $79.95, paid once |
| Pro Edition + 3 Years of Updates | Includes 3 years of updates · Task scheduling · Remote file search · Folder comparison and synchronization · Server-to-server transfers | $99.95, paid once |
| Enterprise Edition + 1 Year of Updates | Includes 1 year of updates · FTP script creation and execution · FTPS and SFTP support for scripts · Command-line script execution · Scheduled FTP scripts | $199.95, paid once |
| Enterprise Edition + 2 Years of Updates | Includes 2 years of updates · FTP script creation and execution · FTPS and SFTP support for scripts · Command-line script execution · Scheduled FTP scripts | $269.95, paid once |
| Enterprise Edition + 3 Years of Updates | Includes 3 years of updates · FTP script creation and execution · FTPS and SFTP support for scripts · Command-line script execution · Scheduled FTP scripts | $339.95, paid once |
| 30 Day Trial | — | On request |
As ftpshell.com lists them, read 28 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the FTPShell Client website
- Choose the Windows edition for your system
- Use the Personal Edition for non-commercial work or start the 30-day trial
- Select a Pro or Enterprise update term
- Purchase a license and wait for the key by email
Verdict
FTPShell Client combines multiple transfer protocols with synchronization, scheduling, automation, archive handling, and editing tools. Its free Personal Edition is limited to non-commercial use, while paid editions add broader transfer and scripting functions.
Questions
Is FTPShell Client free?
The Personal Edition is free for non-commercial use. A 30-day trial is also available.
What does FTPShell Client cost?
Pro costs 59.95 USD, 79.95 USD, or $99.95, paid once for one, two, or three years of updates. Enterprise costs 199.95 USD, 269.95 USD, or $339.95, paid once for those update terms.
Which protocols does it support?
It supports FTP, FTPS, and SFTP. FTPS uses SSL/TLS, and SFTP uses SSH.
Which systems can run it?
FTPShell Client supports Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, and 11, plus Windows Server 2003 through 2022.
What do Pro and Enterprise add?
Pro includes scheduling, remote search, folder comparison and synchronization, and server-to-server transfers. Enterprise adds FTP script creation and execution, FTPS and SFTP script support, command-line execution, and scheduled FTP scripts.
How are licenses delivered?
License keys are sent by email, and delivery may take up to 24 hours after payment.
Facts from FTPShell Client's own pages
- Archive Handling
- Automatically unzips after download and zips before upload · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- File synchronization
- Yes · ftpshell.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · ftpshell.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Free Tier
- Personal edition is free for non-commercial use · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free Tier Limit
- The free personal edition is restricted to non-commercial use · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- License Delivery
- License keys are sent by email, with delivery allowed up to 24 hours after payment · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Licensing Options
- Bulk and site licensing are available at discounted prices · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Supported platforms
- windows · ftpshell.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Product Type
- Windows file transfer program · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Protocol coverage
- ftp-ftps-sftp · ftpshell.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Supported Protocols
- FTP, SFTP, and FTPS · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Remote Editor
- Syntax-highlighting editor for remote or local files · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Scheduled Transfers
- Supports one-time or recurring file transfer tasks · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Security Encryption
- SSL/TLS for FTPS and SSH for SFTP · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Server-to-Server Transfer
- Transfers files directly between remote servers using FXP · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Paid from
- 59.95 · ftpshell.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Supported Platforms
- Microsoft Windows desktop and Windows Server operating systems · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Windows Versions
- Windows XP/7/8/10/11 and Windows Server 2003 through 2022 · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Transfer Automation
- FTPShell Scripts automate reliable file transfers · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Trial Length
- 30 days · ftpshell.com, 28 Sept 2026
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