WinSCP

by Martin Přikryl · Developer tools

Open sourceWindows

Windows SFTP, SCP and FTP client with a two-pane file manager.

Official download from winscp.net (opens in a new tab)

Opens winscp.net, Martin Přikryl's own site. No mirror, no bundle.

Overview

What is WinSCP?

WinSCP copies files between a Windows PC and a remote server over SFTP, SCP, FTP or WebDAV. It can sync folders, edit remote files and be scripted.

Key features

  • SFTP, SCP, FTP and WebDAV
  • Two-pane commander layout
  • Folder synchronisation
  • Scripting and .NET assembly

Best for

  • Managing Linux servers from Windows
  • Syncing a local folder to a server
  • Editing remote config files

Install

How to install WinSCP

  1. 1Open the official WinSCP download page on winscp.net.
  2. 2Pick the build for your system (Windows; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
  3. 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
  4. 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.

Install from the command line

  • Windows · winget

    winget install --id WinSCP.WinSCP -e --source winget

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Safety

Download WinSCP safely

  • Check the domain

    The real download lives on winscp.net. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.

  • Skip mirrors

    Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.

  • Verify if you can

    If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.

  • Watch the installer

    Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.

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FAQ

WinSCP questions

Where can I download WinSCP safely?

Download WinSCP only from Martin Přikryl's official site at winscp.net. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.

Is WinSCP free?

Yes. WinSCP is open-source software and free to use.

Does WinSCP work on Windows?

WinSCP is available for Windows. Check Martin Přikryl's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.

Can I install WinSCP from the command line?

Yes, with winget on Windows (winget install --id WinSCP.WinSCP -e). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.

What are good alternatives to WinSCP?

See the alternatives section on this page and the full developer tools list on AltFTool, which shows each app's licence and platforms side by side.