No. 17of 39 ·Network Diagnostic Software

SolarWinds Free SFTP/SCP Server

Windows · Self-hosted· paid plans from $334.92/mo

Freedom report

Two barsScore 6.4

Free tierA free tier is on its own pricing page
Runs widely1 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

SolarWinds Free SFTP/SCP Server is ranked #17 of 39 in network diagnostic software on Freedom251. It runs on Self-hosted, Windows. There is a free plan. Paid plans start at $334.92/mo.

SolarWinds Free SFTP/SCP Server plans and pricing

All plans

Free SFTP/SCP Server Free Free · transfers files up to 4 GB · concurrent transfers from multiple network devices solarwinds.com · 8 Oct 2026

Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server $4,019/yr per server, per year Unlimited file size · fully functional 14-day free trial solarwinds.com · 8 Oct 2026

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Free plan: Yes

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The record

Purpose: The free SFTP/SCP Server transfers files between network devices and supports uploading and downloading executable images and configurations to routers and switches.
Protocols: It supports Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) and Secure Copy Protocol (SCP).
Concurrent transfers: It can concurrently upload and download images from multiple network devices.
IP access control: The product page lists authorization for specific IP addresses or a range of IP addresses.
Windows service: The product page says the server runs as a Windows service; the download page says it can optionally run as a service for 24x7 TFTP Server availability.
File size limit: The free server supports files up to 4 GB.
Network equipment use: SolarWinds describes using the tool to transfer the latest IOS or firmware versions to network devices.
Security: The download page says SFTP and SCP provide complete security and that advanced security settings provide control; it does not name a compliance certification for this free server.
Download access: The free download form requests first name, last name, business email, country, business phone, and company.
Integrations: SolarWinds says the free server integrates SFTP and SCP protocols with its core TFTP Server technology.
Maker support: SolarWinds offers support resources including technical support, documentation, and its THWACK user community.
Maker founding: SolarWinds says it was founded in 1999 by IT professionals.
Founded: 1999
Headquarters: Austin, Texas, USA
Price from: $334.92/mo

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Network Diagnostic Software in 2026#17 of 39
Best SSH Clients in 2026#17 of 36

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solarwinds.com/free-tools/free-sftp-server/registratio· checked 8 Oct 2026
solarwinds.com/free-tools/free-sftp-server· checked 8 Oct 2026
solarwinds.com/company· checked 8 Oct 2026
solarwinds.com/free-tools/traceroute-ng· checked 28 Sept 2026