Cyberduck

Mac

Open-Source File Transfer for Cloud & Remote Servers

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Overview

Cyberduck is an open-source file transfer client for macOS (and Windows) supporting FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Amazon S3, Google Drive, Dropbox, and more. It offers an intuitive, macOS-native interface with drag-and-drop functionality, remote file editing using local apps, and bookmarked connections for quick access. Users benefit from secure encrypted transfers, batch operations, and Finder integration for seamless workflow. Ideal for developers, content creators, and teams needing reliable cross-platform file sharing between local devices and remote servers or cloud storage.

Key Features

  • Supports FTP, SFTP, S3, WebDAV & major cloud storage
  • macOS-native interface with Finder integration
  • Remote file editing via local applications
  • Secure encrypted transfers
  • Bookmark manager for frequent connections

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium
Category File Sharing
Platform Mac

Pros

  • ⊕ Open-source core with free basic usage
  • ⊕ Wide protocol and cloud service support
  • ⊕ User-friendly drag-and-drop functionality
  • ⊕ Seamless macOS integration (Spotlight, notifications)

Cons

  • ⊖ Paid macOS App Store version (vs free direct download)
  • ⊖ Occasional slowdowns with large batch transfers
  • ⊖ Limited advanced automation compared to enterprise tools

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