Cyberduck
A desktop file browser for SFTP, FTP, WebDAV and supported cloud storage services.
About Cyberduck
Cyberduck is a free, open-source desktop file browser for Mac and Windows that connects to remote servers and cloud storage services. It supports standard protocols including FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and SMB, plus cloud platforms such as Amazon S3, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Microsoft Azure, Backblaze B2, Nextcloud, and ownCloud. Users can browse, transfer, and edit remote files, with optional client-side encryption via Cryptomator integration, and no registration or account is required to use the tool.
Key features
- Supports FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, SMB and major cloud storage services
- Edit remote files with any preferred external editor application
- Sync local and remote directories with preview of affected changes
- Optional client-side encryption via Cryptomator integration
- Configure Amazon CloudFront and Akamai CDN distributions
- Access supported cloud storage without local file synchronization
Best for: It is best for users who need to access, transfer, and manage files across multiple remote servers and cloud storage services from a desktop without mandatory local synchronization.
Good for
- Free and open-source with no registration or account required
- Supports a wide range of protocols and cloud storage platforms
- Includes optional client-side encryption for data security
Cyberduck at a glance
- Website
- cyberduck.io
- Category
- Software & Utilities › File Utilities
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Free
- Open source
- Yes
- Last checked
- Oct 9, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 9, 2026
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Cyberduck FAQ
Is Cyberduck free to use?
Yes, Cyberduck is free, open-source software that requires no registration or account.
Can I edit remote files directly with Cyberduck?
Yes, it integrates with any external editor to modify text or binary files on remote servers.
Does Cyberduck offer data encryption for stored files?
Yes, it integrates with Cryptomator to provide client-side encryption for filenames, directory structures, and file content on connected servers or cloud storage.
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