What is WinSCP?

WinSCP is an open source free SFTP client and FTP client for Windows.

In depth

A closer look at WinSCP

WinSCP is an open source free SFTP client and FTP client for Windows. Legacy SCP protocol is also supported. Its main function is safe copying of files between a local and a remote computer. Features:

Graphical user interface
Translated into several languages
Integration with Windows (drag&drop, URL, shortcut icons)
U3 support
All common operations with files
Support for SFTP and SCP protocols over SSH-1 and SSH-2 and plain old FTP protocol
Batch file scripting and command-line interface
Directory synchronization in several semi or fully automatic ways
Integrated text editor
Support for SSH password, keyboard-interactive, public key and Kerberos (GSS) authentication
Integrates with Pageant (PuTTY authentication agent) for full support of public key authentication with SSH
Explorer and Commander interfaces
Optionally stores session information
Optionally supports portable operation using a configuration file in place of registry entries, suitable for operation from removable media

Requirements

System requirements

Windows (All Versions)

Verdict

Should you download WinSCP?

WinSCP runs on Windows 10/11 and is available under the OpenSource under LGPL license — the installer is 9.14 MB. We’ve catalogued it under IP Utilities.

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WinSCP specifications

Category: IP Utilities
Publisher: WinSCP
Last updated: Apr 29, 2026
Requirements: Windows (All Versions)
License: OpenSource under LGPL
Operating system: Windows 10/11
File size: 9.14 MB
Price: Free
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