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SFTP Server Software

SFTP server software moves files securely between people, systems and business applications. This board helps you compare hosted services, Windows and Linux software, self-hosted options, and products with an API.

Check the deployment model and supported platform first. Then compare folder access controls, single sign-on (SSO), audit logging, automation API access, included users, free plans or trials, and the starting paid price. API, open-source and free-tier marks provide quick signals.

  • 32 platforms
  • 6 with a public API on this page
  • 8 with a free tier
  • Checked 23 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    FC
    Files.comfiles.com

    A paid file transfer service with mobile and desktop apps, API access and a 7-day trial.

    7.5 APIOpenFree From $199/mo
  2. 2
    GM
    GoAnywhere MFTgoanywhere.com

    A paid managed file transfer product available for self-hosting or web use, with a 30-day trial.

    7.2 APIOpenFree —
  3. 3
    PM
    7.2 APIOpenFree —
  4. 4
    CD
    Coviant Diplomat MFTcoviantsoftware.com

    A managed file transfer product for Linux or Windows, from $335 per month with annual billing.

    7.0 APIOpenFree From $335/mo
  5. 5
    C
    CompleteFTPenterprisedt.com

    A file server for on-premises or cloud transfers, with a free plan and support for SFTP, FTP and more.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · $369 one-time
  6. 6
    S
    SFTPGosftpgo.com

    File transfer software with SFTP, storage, and workflow tools for web or self-hosted use.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier · from €50/mo
  7. 7
    SU
    Serv-U FTP Serversolarwinds.com

    A paid file transfer server with web, self-hosted and mobile platform options and a 14-day trial.

    6.3 APIOpenFree —
  8. 8
    C
    CrushFTPcrushftp.com

    A paid file transfer product for web, desktop and mobile platforms, with a 30-day trial.

    6.3 APIOpenFree $70 one-time
  9. 9
    VS
    VShell Servervandyke.com

    A secure, multi-protocol server for file transfers, remote access, and administration.

    6.3 APIOpenFree $599 one-time
  10. 10
    AT
    AWS Transfer Familyaws.amazon.com

    A cloud file transfer service supporting SFTP, FTPS and FTP, with usage-based billing.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $0.30/mo
  11. 11
    WF
    Wing FTP Serverwftpserver.com

    A file transfer server with browser access, file-sharing links, and scheduled automation.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · $199 one-time
  12. 12
    BS
    Bitvise SSH Serverbitvise.com

    A Windows server for secure file transfer and shell access, with a free plan and paid option from $99.95.

    6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  13. 13
    JM
    JSCAPE Managed File Transferjscape.com

    JSCAPE centralizes and automates secure file transfers among internal systems, cloud services and trading partners.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
    RB
    Rebex Buru SFTP Serverrebex.net

    A Windows server for exchanging files across Windows, Linux and macOS, with a free plan and web administration.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier · $399 one-time
  15. 15
    OW
    Oracle WebCenter Contentoracle.com

    A paid content product available for web use and self-hosting, with API access.

    5.9 APIOpenFree $3,450 one-time
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    S
    SFTPPlussftpplus.com

    Managed file transfer software supporting SFTP, FTP, HTTPS, AS2, WebDAV, and other protocols.

    5.9 APIOpenFree $1,900 one-time
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    SF
    SolarWinds Free SFTP/SCP Serversolarwinds.com

    The free SFTP/SCP Server transfers files between network devices and supports uploading and downloading executable images and configurations to routers and…

    5.9 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $4,019/yr
  18. 18
    WF
    WS_FTP Serverprogress.com

    WS_FTP Server is business-grade server software for secure FTP and file transfer.

    5.8 APIOpenFree $920 one-time
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    SM
    Sysax Multi Serversysax.com

    A Windows server for receiving or sharing files over SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, and other methods.

    5.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · $297 one-time
  20. 20
    CF
    Cerberus FTP Servercerberusftp.com

    A Windows file transfer server with API access and a 25-day trial.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $1,599/yr
  21. 21
    SS
    Syncplify Server!syncplify.com

    Self-hosted server software for encrypted file transfers using SFTP, FTPS, or HTTPS.

    5.7 APIOpenFree $349 one-time
  22. 22
    FG
    FileMage Gatewayfilemage.io

    A cloud file transfer server that connects directly to cloud storage and supports SFTP, FTPS and browser transfers.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $399/yr
  23. 23
    ST
    SFTP To Gosftptogo.com

    Managed cloud storage for secure file transfers and file management via SFTP, FTPS, or S3.

    5.6 APIOpenFree From $180/mo
  24. 24
    C
    Couchdropcouchdrop.io

    A paid file transfer service with web and API access, from $50 per month.

    5.6 APIOpenFree From $50/mo
  25. 25
    H
    HostedFTPhostedftp.com

    HostedFTP provides fully managed, cloud-based FTP/SFTP file transfer services for businesses.

    5.6 APIOpenFree From $2,400/yr

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How to choose

Choose where the server runs

Available platform listings span web, Windows, self-hosted, API, Linux and macOS. Match the deployment model to the systems your team can operate and the applications that need file access.

A self-hosted choice keeps deployment in your environment, while a web service runs through a browser. Confirm platform support before you commit.

Check user and folder controls

Review the listed folder permissions alongside the number of included users. These details show how you can limit which people or systems reach particular folders and whether the plan fits your account structure.

Single sign-on (SSO) may let a product use an identity system your organization already has. Audit logs can help with reviewing transfer activity; verify that the available controls suit your needs.

Plan for automated transfers

If another application must send or collect files, check for an automation API and the supported deployment model. An API is a published way for software to request actions from the server.

Compare the listed API mark with your integration needs rather than assuming that a product supports a particular workflow.

Use plans and trials to test fit

Free plans and free trials are listed separately from paid pricing. Bitvise SSH Server shows a free tier, prices starting at $99.95 and a 30-day trial; CompleteFTP also has a free tier, with paid plans starting at $369 and a 31-day trial.

FileMage Gateway's listed price starts at $399 per year. Globalscape EFT has pricing available on request and a 15-day trial. Check the current terms before purchase.

Review code and licensing needs

The list marks open-source status, and its current entries do not carry an open-source mark. If you need to read or change the code, check the licence and deployment terms for the product you are considering.

Questions

What does SFTP server software do?

It transfers files over SFTP, a secure file-transfer method, between users, systems and applications.

Which deployment options appear on this board?

The platform choices shown include web, Windows, self-hosted, API, Linux and macOS. Check the deployment model for the product you need.

How should I compare access features?

Review folder permissions, SSO availability, audit logs and included user counts. These fields show how access and activity can be managed.

Are free options available?

The board identifies free plans and free trials separately. Bitvise SSH Server and CompleteFTP are two entries with free plans.

Can SFTP servers connect to other software?

Products with an automation API provide a published way for software to request actions. Check the API mark and deployment model for your workflow.

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