CuteFTP
CuteFTP is a file transfer software engine that provides secure, simple, and powerful file transfers for people all over the world. CuteFTP is a multi-platform software available for Windows and Mac OS. The Windows and Mac OS versions of CuteFTP are slightly different. The Windows package costs $59.99, though it can be purchased for $89.99 with one year of maintenance and support included. The CuteFTP Mac Pro 3 package costs only $39.99. Both versions of CuteFTP are optimized for reliable file transfers. The Transfer Engine is created so that you can easily schedule and create labor and tasks. You can create scripts that regularly synchronize and backup your sites, keep track changes to folders and files, and drag and drop files for efficient movement. It's easy to connect with new FTP sites because the program includes a step-by-step wizard. There's a navigable interface that allows for the easy maintenance and updating of complex websites. You can create, browse, open, and edit different HTML documents using both your computer and a remote server inside CuteFTP. The HTML editor is integrated and color-coded for further ease of use. CuteFTP also prides itself on its security. You're given multiple security features and protocol options. Included in the options are OpenPGP encryption, FTPS, FTP, HTTPS, HTTP, SFTP, and one time password authentications. There's also a password manager to help you securely manage multiple sites at once. You don't have to worry about using simple passwords, either; CuteFTP supports a UTF-8 set of characters for easy use of non-English characters. There's a free trial available for people who aren't yet sure which software will work best for them. The CuteFTP for Windows software version has a variety of available features and tasks including automated transfer scheduling, site backup and synchronization, and easy file and folder monitoring. It also allows you to create time saving script, create podcast RSS feeds, manage audio files, edit remote documents, drag and drop files, and securely work within the framework of multiple complex websites simultaneously. The CuteFTP for Mac OS software version has a "Metal" interface for easier use. It also has strong security and powerful automation features. You can get excellent performance using both Intel-based and Power PC Macintosh computers. You're able to login and utilize file transfers with SFTP and SSL protocols, as well as transfer multiple files simultaneously and navigate sites during a simultaneous file transfer. You can accelerate transfers, synchronize sites and folders, and easily access different items.
- Windows and Mac based versions of the software
- Create and schedule labor easily
- Create automated scripts
- Monitor local folders for changes
- Helpful installation wizard
- Up to 100 concurrent file transfers
- Website maintenance
- Ability to work on several websites at once
- Multiple security features and customizable options for secure file transfers
- Ability to work with multiple websites at once
- Easily organized and searched for folders
- Easy monitoring of data for changes
- Transferring between two remote sites can be difficult
- Getting local directory defaults to stick can also be difficult
- Some unnecessary installation options