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Best Secure File Transfer Software in 2026

Secure file transfer software helps move files between people or systems with controls for access and oversight. Compared on admin controls, API access, and audit logs, these options also vary in password protection, recipient verification, and link expiration. Maximum file size can help you assess suitability for the files you send; free-plan availability and paid-from pricing add cost context. WinSCP, SendSafely, and FileZilla Client are among the options to consider. Weigh the transfer workflow you need against the access safeguards and administrative visibility that matter to you.

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    WinSCP

    by WinSCP
    Free plan Open source Windows

    WinSCP combines file transfers with file management, synchronization, and automation tools for Windows.

    8.1 Free plan Visit site
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    ExaVault

    by ExaVault
    Free plan Self-hostedWeb

    ExaVault is a self-hosted option for teams that need file transfer in infrastructure they control.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $99/user Visit site
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    FileZilla Client

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    Choose FileZilla Client if you need a free client for FTP, FTPS, or SFTP on Linux, macOS, or Windows. If you need the cloud service support described for FileZilla Pro, that is a separate product.

    7.3 Free plan Visit site
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    MASV

    by MASV
    Free plan APILinuxMac+2

    MASV focuses on large-file delivery with resumable transfers, upload portals, and multiple platform options. Check the included monthly transfer volume and storage period against your file workflow.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $0.25 Visit site
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    Filemail

    by Filemail
    Free plan API

    Filemail offers a free entry point and plans with different transfer and storage allowances, plus an Enterprise MFT option.

    7.1 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
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    SendSafely

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

    SendSafely combines device-side encryption with recipient verification and controls over file access. Its free Personal allowance is limited, and API access is reserved for Business plans and above.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $10/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Hightail

    by Hightail
    Free plan API

    Choose Hightail if you need file sharing with a free plan, download tracking, and paid options for larger files.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $12/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    OnionShare

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Choose OnionShare if you want a free, open-source way to share or receive files, host onion websites, or chat over Tor.

    7.0 Open source Visit site
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    Tresorit

    by Tresorit
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Tresorit offers a range of personal and business storage plans with zero-knowledge encryption. Check the listed storage, file-size, device, and user limits to see which plan fits.

    6.9 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Cerberus FTP Server

    by Cerberus FTP Server
    Free trial APISelf-hostedWeb+1

    Choose Cerberus FTP Server if you need a Windows file transfer server with multiple protocols, browser access, automation and audit logging.

    6.6 25-day trial Visit site
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    CrushFTP

    by CrushFTP
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    CrushFTP combines secure transfer protocols, browser-based administration, and integrations with a range of storage services.

    6.5 From $70 · 30-day trial Visit site
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    TransferNow

    by TransferNow
    Free plan API
    6.5 Free plan · paid from €3/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
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    Files.com

    by Files.com
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+2

    Files.com combines file exchange, storage access, integrations, and security controls. The 7-day trial is listed without feature gating, while ongoing paid plans start at $199 a month.

    6.4 From $199/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
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    Globalscape EFT

    by Globalscape EFT
    Free trial APISelf-hostedWeb+1

    Globalscape EFT combines broad protocol support with automation, transaction auditing, and several deployment options. Pricing requires a request, and a 15-day trial is listed.

    6.4 Pricing on request · 15-day trial Visit site
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    GoAnywhere MFT

    by GoAnywhere MFT
    Free trial AndroidAPIExtension+6

    Choose GoAnywhere MFT if your organization handles sensitive transfers and needs broad protocol support, automation and flexible deployment. Its 30-day trial provides a way to evaluate it.

    6.3 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
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    JSCAPE Managed File Transfer

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+5
    6.2 Pricing on request · 7-day trial Visit site
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    Progress MOVEit Transfer

    by Progress MOVEit Transfer
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    MOVEit Transfer offers multiple deployment choices and detailed controls for file exchange, including download tracking and high availability.

    6.1 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Serv-U FTP Server

    by Serv-U FTP Server
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Serv-U FTP Server combines file transfer access with administration, quotas and transfer automation.

    6.0 From $55/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    SFTPPlus

    Free trial APILinuxMac+3

    Choose SFTPPlus when secure, automated file exchange across varied systems and protocols is central to your workflow. Its perpetual licences have no stated transfer, user or file-size limits.

    6.0 From $1,900 · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Cleo Integration Cloud

    by Cleo Integration Cloud
    Paid APISelf-hostedWeb

    Cleo Integration Cloud combines managed file transfer with API, EDI, and application connectivity, with deployment choices and partner access options.

    5.9 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Syncplify Server!

    Free trial APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Syncplify Server! offers self-hosted encrypted transfers with automation, APIs, authentication controls, and audit logging.

    5.9 From $349 · 15-day trial Visit site
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    TitanFile

    by TitanFile
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    TitanFile combines secure file exchange with client collaboration, integrations, and administrative controls. Check the user minimums and per-file limits against your organization’s needs.

    5.9 From $16/user/mo · 15-day trial Visit site
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    Titan MFT Server

    Free trial APILinuxSelf-hosted+2

    Titan MFT Server combines managed transfers, workflow automation, and security controls for complex organizational file exchange.

    5.9 Pricing on request · 20-day trial Visit site
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    Axway SecureTransport

    by Axway SecureTransport
    Paid API

    Axway SecureTransport brings file transfer and API management capabilities together, with protocol and integration options for partner workflows.

    5.7 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Kiteworks Managed File Transfer

    Paid APISelf-hostedWeb+1

    Consider Kiteworks when your organization needs managed transfers for sensitive data, with supported protocols, storage connections, and deployment choices.

    5.7 Pricing on request Visit site

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