CrushFTP
File transfer protocol (FTP) software
Data integration tools
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What is CrushFTP
CrushFTP is a server application for secure file transfer and file sharing using protocols such as FTP, FTPS, SFTP, SCP, WebDAV, and HTTP/S. It is used by IT and operations teams to provide managed file transfer endpoints, user access controls, and automated transfer workflows. The product is typically deployed on-premises or in customer-managed cloud infrastructure and emphasizes broad protocol support and server-side administration features.
Broad protocol and client support
CrushFTP supports multiple file transfer protocols (including FTP/FTPS, SFTP/SCP, WebDAV, and HTTP/S) from a single server. This helps organizations consolidate endpoints when partners and internal users require different protocols. It also reduces the need to run separate servers for each protocol in mixed environments.
Granular user and access controls
The server includes administrative controls for users, groups, virtual file systems, and permissions. These controls help implement least-privilege access and segregate partner or departmental data areas. Centralized administration is useful when managing many external accounts and shared folders.
Automation via events and scheduling
CrushFTP provides server-side automation features such as event triggers, scheduling, and post-transfer actions. These capabilities support common managed file transfer patterns like inbound drop-offs, outbound pickups, and file routing to internal destinations. For teams that need lightweight workflow around transfers, this can reduce reliance on external scripting.
Not a full integration platform
While it can automate transfers and trigger actions, CrushFTP is not designed as a broad data integration tool with extensive connectors, transformation, and orchestration features. Organizations needing complex B2B/EDI flows, mapping, or multi-step integration pipelines may require additional integration software. This can increase overall solution complexity for integration-heavy use cases.
Self-managed operations burden
Typical deployments require the customer to manage hosting, upgrades, backups, monitoring, and high availability design. This can be a limitation compared with fully managed services where infrastructure and scaling are handled by the vendor. Operational overhead is more noticeable in environments with strict uptime and compliance requirements.
UI and governance depth varies
Administration and end-user experiences depend on configuration and may require more setup effort to match enterprise governance expectations. Features such as advanced auditing, policy enforcement, and standardized reporting may not be as turnkey as in products built primarily for enterprise managed file transfer governance. Teams may need to supplement with external logging/SIEM and internal processes.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small Business (Normal license) | $70 (one-time perpetual license) | 50 concurrent connections; email support only. |
| Professional (Normal license) | $100 (one-time perpetual license) | Unlimited concurrent connections; email support only. (Marked Most Popular) |
| Professional — Site License | $2,000 (one-time perpetual license) | Unlimited installs of CrushFTP Professional within organization; email support only. |
| Enterprise 1 | $1,000 (one-time perpetual license) | Installation support during initial rollout; $250 yearly maintenance renewal after first year; phone support for Sev 1 (server down); quote/PO options. |
| Enterprise 2 | $2,500 (one-time perpetual license) | 24x7 emergency phone support (Sev 1 or Sev 2); $500 yearly maintenance renewal after first year; typical support case resolution under an hour; quote/PO options. |
| Enterprise 2 (10-install pack) | $8,000 (one-time perpetual license) | 10-install pack; 24x7 emergency phone support; $1,500 yearly maintenance renewal after first year; quote/PO options. |
| Enterprise 2 (Unlimited installs) | $20,000 (one-time perpetual license) | Unlimited installs; 24x7 emergency phone support; $5,000 yearly maintenance renewal after first year; quote/PO options. |
| Upgrade licenses (v6/7/8/9/10 to v11 examples) | $20–$80 (one-time) | Examples on official site: $20 (10->10), $80 (10->unlimited), $50 (unlimited->unlimited), $30 (50->50), $60 (50->unlimited). |
| Concurrent user increase licenses | $30–$60 (one-time) | Examples: 10 increase to 50 — $30; 10 increase to unlimited — $60; 50 increase to unlimited — $30. |
