Its main function is centered around secure file transfers between a local computer and a remote server.

The technical options are there for anyone interested in more than toying with FTP.WinSCP(derived from its name Windows Secure Co py) is a free and open-source file transfer protocol (FTP) client that was created for the Windows operating system for PCs. The integration with Windows helps a lot with being intuitive.

Supports file passwords and other forms of authentication.

That way you can't blame anybody but yourself if something gets deleted. After you've been presented with any differences, you can chose what happens to specific files from your selection before the operation is carried out. Instead of a quick sync, you can chose to preview any possible changes (recommended). Speaking of synchronization, WinSCP's Sync option enables the transfer of multiple files at once. The interface allows you to edit remote files, that of course provided that the FTP server allows it too. WinSCP also features folder synchronization and even synchronized navigation. Very useful if you need to copy, cut or delete batches of files. You can select and deselect files from a folder based on a simple search criteria. Some of the nifty features that I was referring to are the selection buttons. So in case you're not sure on which interface to use, I suggest you go with Commander first.

Putting that aside, the fact that Total Commander proved once and for all that double panel file management IS superior, WinSCP's Explorer view is missing some really useful buttons from the handy-dandy toolbar. You may then use drag and drop between Explorer and WinSCP. Alternatively you can go wild and have WinSCP desguise itself as Windows Explorer window! Ooh! Yeah, it's actually not that sweet.

You can choose the rather standard commander type interface with two screens, one focusing on your local drives, the other on the remote storage. WinSCP greets you with the option of running it in two modes. Of course, you can't have much to improve when the main function is to transfer files, but some small features may go a long way in helping you accomplish this with ease.

While still looking for an alternative to FileZilla, WinSCP appeared to be shinier.

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