CNET Editors' review
Rich in Web content, short on cash? This free, open-source FTP application is handy if you're looking for a solid tool to handle FTP transfers and don't want to part with your bucks.
The straightforward interface offers translations in most of the world's major languages. Caching directories speeds up browsing FTP sites, and multiple secure connection options ensure that you can move files around without concern. Bookmarking comes in two flavors: the Site Manager for all your major FTP locations, and QuickConnect for fast switching on the fly.
The program lets you download or upload multiple files at once from and to several servers. If your bandwidth is somewhat limited, you'll appreciate a feature that lets you automatically adjust transfer speeds based on the time of day or date. FileZilla also lets you browse FTP sites mid-transfer. The lack of a task scheduler is compensated for, in our eyes, by a powerful filter so you only see the files you need.
FileZilla is no monster, either, eating up a manageable 50 MB in memory. Clearly, this is one of the best FTP tools around.
Publisher's Description
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FileZilla is an FTP program for file uploading and downloading to and from your FTP site, server, or host. The program lets you transfer files and navigate among folders, Web sites, and your computer. This software enables you to perform multiple file transfers simultaneously.
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"You can't go wrong"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Connected to my remote client with ease.
The drag and drop is fantastic.
Transfers both up and down just in case you lose any files.
Two panes so you can compare files on remote server and your local machine easily.
I can't believe its free, well done guys.Cons
None found so far
Summary
Definatly the best choice.
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"Amazing! can't believe its free!"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
does everything it says in the description perfectly
Cons
nothing i noticed
Summary
Highly recomend
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"Passwords NOT encrypted"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Easy to use, but....
Cons
Even easier to hack. It will store your usernames and passwords in sitemanager.xml in plain text.
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"Does what is says"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Simple interface, hardly needed to read the instructions to do what I needed to.
Cons
Nothing apparent
Summary
Simples :)
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"Perfect for managing my music server."
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Easy to use, double pane viewing.
Cons
None for my purposes.
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"More instructions on-screen or via hover would be good"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Works well
Cons
Took a while to figure out what I was doing wrong ... had to go in and read instructions. Who does that?! lol
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"Great, but with a serious catch!"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Fast and easy to use. Displays a readable log of what is going on.
My favorite it the use of multiple tabs. You can keep more than one site open at a time.Cons
BIG Problem. Passwords are NOT encrypted. They are in a simple .xml file (sitemanager.xml). Anyone that breaks into your machine, can also have access your ftp accounts!
Summary
Bitter sweet.
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"It doesn't get much better than this!"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
Free of charge, easy to configure, user friendly, free updates and simple to use.
Cons
Nothing that comes to mind.
Summary
Best bang for buck FTP client I've ever used.
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"Best free FTP client"
Version: FileZilla 3.6.0.2
Pros
I have been using File Zilla for years and gets even better, very simple to use
Cons
none that I can think of
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"good FTP client / server"
Version: FileZilla 3.5.3
Pros
no problems found
Cons
you will be happy with it
they have also a very good server




