CuteFTP
File transfer protocol (FTP) software
Data integration tools
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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- Information technology and software
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- Accommodation and food services
What is CuteFTP
CuteFTP is a desktop FTP client used to transfer files between local systems and remote servers over FTP, FTPS, and SFTP. It targets IT staff, web administrators, and developers who need interactive file transfers, site management, and basic automation from Windows. The product focuses on client-side connectivity and transfer management rather than server-side managed file transfer workflows or cloud-native integration.
Broad protocol support
CuteFTP supports common file transfer protocols used in enterprise and web hosting environments, including FTP, FTPS, and SFTP. This helps teams connect to a variety of legacy and modern endpoints without changing tools. It also includes features typically expected in a desktop client such as site profiles and transfer queue management.
Windows desktop usability
The product provides a GUI-oriented workflow for browsing remote directories, managing sessions, and moving files. This suits users who prefer interactive transfers over scripting or API-driven approaches. It can be easier to adopt for occasional operators compared with server-based managed file transfer platforms.
Basic automation capabilities
CuteFTP includes options for scheduled or scripted transfers (capabilities vary by edition), enabling repeatable uploads/downloads without manual intervention each time. This can support simple operational tasks such as publishing website assets or exchanging files with partners. For small-scale needs, this can reduce reliance on separate automation tooling.
Not a full MFT platform
CuteFTP is primarily a client application and does not provide the centralized governance, workflow orchestration, and auditing typically required for managed file transfer programs. Organizations needing multi-user administration, policy enforcement, and end-to-end monitoring generally require a server-side MFT solution. This limits suitability for regulated, high-volume B2B file exchange.
Limited integration tooling
While it can move files reliably, CuteFTP is not designed as a data integration tool with connectors, transformations, or event-driven pipelines. Integrations with SaaS applications, message queues, or iPaaS-style workflows are outside its core scope. Teams may need additional products to operationalize file movement into broader integration processes.
Windows-centric deployment
CuteFTP is mainly positioned as a Windows desktop client, which can be a constraint for mixed-OS teams or environments that standardize on browser-based tools. Centralized deployment, updates, and configuration management may require additional IT effort compared with cloud-managed services. This can complicate standardization across large user populations.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| CuteFTP 9 (Windows) | $59.99 (one-time) | Single-user license; standard CuteFTP 9 product. |
| Upgrade (from earlier CuteFTP) | $29.99 (one-time) | Upgrade pricing for users with a prior CuteFTP registration (requires existing serial number). |
| CuteFTP 9 + 1 year Maintenance & Support (Windows) | $89.99 (one-time bundle) | Includes 12 months of Maintenance & Support (M&S) in the bundle. |
| Upgrade + 1 year Maintenance & Support | $59.99 (one-time) | Upgrade bundle price including 12 months M&S (requires existing serial number). |
Seller details
GlobalSCAPE, Inc.
San Antonio, Texas, United States
1996
Public
https://www.globalscape.com/
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