edtFTPnet/PRO
File transfer protocol (FTP) software
Data integration tools
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What is edtFTPnet/PRO
edtFTPnet/PRO is a .NET library for implementing FTP, FTPS, and SFTP file transfer capabilities inside Windows and cross-platform applications. It targets software developers and teams that need to automate file transfers, directory synchronization, and related workflows from custom code rather than deploying a managed file transfer server. The product is delivered as a developer SDK with APIs for transfers, listing, and file operations, and it is commonly embedded into line-of-business apps, services, and integration jobs. It differentiates from server-based managed file transfer tools by focusing on application-embedded connectivity and programmatic control.
Embeddable .NET transfer SDK
edtFTPnet/PRO provides a developer-focused API that can be embedded directly into custom applications and services. This approach fits teams that want file transfer logic under source control and deployed with their application rather than operating a separate transfer server. It supports common file transfer operations (upload/download, directory listing, rename/delete) through code, which can simplify integration into existing .NET workflows. For organizations building bespoke integrations, an SDK can be lighter-weight than adopting a full managed file transfer platform.
Supports FTP, FTPS, SFTP
The library covers multiple protocols used in B2B and system-to-system transfers, including encrypted variants (FTPS and SFTP). This helps teams standardize on one component when partners or endpoints require different protocols. It can reduce the need to maintain separate client tools for each protocol type. Protocol breadth is particularly useful when integrating with heterogeneous external systems.
Automation and sync capabilities
edtFTPnet/PRO includes features commonly needed for automated transfers, such as recursive directory operations and synchronization-style workflows. These capabilities support scheduled jobs and service-based processing where transfers must run unattended. Having these functions in a library can reduce custom code required for common patterns like mirroring directories or transferring batches. It is well-suited to integration tasks where file movement is one step in a larger application workflow.
Not a managed transfer server
edtFTPnet/PRO is a library, so it does not provide a centralized server console for user management, partner onboarding, or policy enforcement. Capabilities often expected in managed file transfer products—such as web portals, delegated administration, and built-in governance—must be implemented separately or handled by other systems. Operational features like centralized monitoring and audit reporting depend on how the consuming application is built. This can increase effort for organizations that need enterprise-grade administration out of the box.
Requires development and maintenance
Using the product typically requires .NET development skills to integrate, test, and operate transfer workflows. Teams must design error handling, retries, logging, credential storage, and deployment practices themselves. Ongoing maintenance is tied to application lifecycle management (updates, dependency management, and security reviews). For non-developer teams, a GUI-based client or managed platform may be easier to operate.
Limited broader integration tooling
As a protocol library, it focuses on file transfer rather than end-to-end data integration features such as mapping, transformation, and connector ecosystems. Orchestration across multiple systems, SLAs, and complex workflow routing typically requires additional tooling. If the use case extends beyond file movement into broader integration pipelines, teams may need to pair it with separate integration or automation platforms. This can lead to a more fragmented solution architecture.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Core FTP client library; supports standard FTP operations, passive/active modes, resume, includes full source; compatible with .NET Framework (free edition). |
| Individual Developer | $499 | Adds SFTP and FTPS, advanced transfer features, 12 months support & upgrades; single-developer license; optional source code purchase. |
| Team Developer | $1,299 | All Individual features; licensed for multiple developers in a single development team (single or multiple locations). |
| Corporate Developer | $1,899 | All Team features; licensed for multiple development teams across a corporation. |
Seller details
Enterprise Distributed Technologies
Melbourne, Australia
1999
Private
https://www.enterprisedt.com/
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