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| ====== What is WinSCP ====== | ====== What is WinSCP ====== | ||
| - | WinSCP is an open source graphical 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.· | + | WinSCP is a free, open source SFTP client and FTP client for Windows. WinSCP also supports WebDAV, S3, and SCP, and it is a powerful universal file manager. Its primary purpose is secure file transfer between local and remote computers, and it also supports copying files between two local folders. In addition, WinSCP offers directory synchronization, scripting, and basic file and site management. |
| - | This is short introduction for ???((Name of the language here))-speaking users. Most of WinSCP documentation is in English only, where most of the links from here point to. | + | This is a short introduction for ???((Name of the language here))-speaking users. Most WinSCP documentation is in English, and most links on this page point to English pages. This page summarizes the most important capabilities and points to key documentation and support resources. |
| ===== Obtaining and Installing WinSCP ===== | ===== Obtaining and Installing WinSCP ===== | ||
| - | ???((Name of the language here)) version of WinSCP is available.((Version for complete languages)) To obtain it go to [[this>../download.php|WinSCP download page]] and download an "Installation package". | + | ???((Name of the language here)) version of WinSCP is available.((Version for complete languages)) To get it, open the [[this>../download.php|WinSCP download page]] and download the "Installation package". |
| - | ???((Name of the language here)) version of WinSCP is not complete yet.((Version for incomplete languages)) To use the incomplete version, first [[:installation|install]] English version. To obtain it go to [[this>../download.php|WinSCP download page]] and download "Installation package". Then go to [[this>../translations.php|translation page]] and choose download named "???"((English name of the language here)). Extract downloaded ZIP archive to the same directory where WinSCP executable is (i.e. installation directory). Read [[:languages#install|full instructions]]. | + | WinSCP is also available from [[:microsoft_store|Microsoft Store]]. |
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| + | ???((Name of the language here)) version of WinSCP is not complete yet.((Version for incomplete languages)) To use the incomplete version, first [[:installation|install]] the English version. Download the "Installation package" from the [[this>../download.php|WinSCP download page]]. Then open the [[this>../translations.php|translation page]] and choose the download named "???"((English name of the language here)). Extract the downloaded ZIP archive to the same directory where the WinSCP executable is located (the installation directory). Read [[:languages#install|full instructions]]. | ||
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| + | During installation, you can choose the [[:languages|installer language]], [[:ui_installer_setuptype|setup type]], and initial [[:interfaces|interface style]] ([[:ui_explorer|Explorer]] or [[:ui_commander|Commander]]). | ||
| <Here may be some external links to localized pages about WinSCP> | <Here may be some external links to localized pages about WinSCP> | ||
| ===== Features ===== | ===== Features ===== | ||
| - | * [[:interfaces|Graphical user interface]] | + | * [[:interfaces|Graphical user interface]] ([[:screenshots|screenshots]]) |
| - | * [[:languages|Translated into several languages]] | + | * [[:languages|Translated into many languages]] |
| - | * [[:integration|Integration]] with Windows (drag&drop, URL, shortcut icons) | + | * [[:integration|Integration]] with Windows (drag&drop, [[:integration_url|URL]], shortcut icons, [[:ui_jump_list|jump list]]) |
| - | * All common [[:task_index|operations with files]] | + | * All common [[:task_index|operations with files]], both remote and local |
| - | * Support for [[:protocols|SFTP and SCP protocols]] over SSH-1 and SSH-2 and plain old [[:ftp|FTP protocol]] | + | * Support for [[:protocols|SFTP and SCP protocols]] over SSH and [[:ftp|FTP]], [[:ftps|FTPS]], [[:webdav|WebDAV]] and [[:s3|S3]] protocols |
| - | * Batch file [[:scripting|scripting and command-line interface]] | + | * Batch file [[:scripting|scripting and command-line interface]] and [[:library|.NET assembly]] for advanced automation tasks |
| * [[:task_synchronize|Directory synchronization]] in several semi or fully automatic ways | * [[:task_synchronize|Directory synchronization]] in several semi or fully automatic ways | ||
| * [[:ui_editor|Integrated text editor]] | * [[:ui_editor|Integrated text editor]] | ||
| - | * Support for SSH password, keyboard-interactive, public key and Kerberos (GSS) [[:ui_login_authentication|authentication]] | + | * Integration with external text editors for direct [[:task_edit|remote file editing]] |
| - | * Integrates with Pageant (PuTTY authentication agent) for full support of [[:public_key|public key authentication]] with SSH | + | * [[:integration_putty|Shares site settings with PuTTY]] |
| - | * [[:ui_explorer|Explorer]] and [[:ui_commander|Commander]] [[:interfaces|interfaces]]. | + | * Support for password, keyboard-interactive, public key and Kerberos (GSS) [[:ui_login_authentication|authentication]] |
| - | * Optionally [[:session_configuration#site|stores session information]]. | + | * Integrates with [[:ui_pageant|Pageant]] (PuTTY authentication agent) for full support of [[:public_key|public key authentication]] with SSH |
| + | * [[:ui_explorer|Explorer]] and [[:ui_commander|Commander]] [[:interfaces|interfaces]] | ||
| + | * [[:session_configuration|Site/session management]] for repeated access | ||
| + | * Optionally protects [[:session_configuration#site|stored site information]] with [[:master_password|master password]] | ||
| * Optionally supports portable operation using a [[:config|configuration file in place of registry entries]], suitable for operation from removable media | * Optionally supports portable operation using a [[:config|configuration file in place of registry entries]], suitable for operation from removable media | ||
| + | * Open source software, distributed free of charge under [[:license|GNU General Public License (GPL)]] | ||
| ===== File Operations ===== | ===== File Operations ===== | ||
| - | WinSCP can do all basic operations with files, such as [[:task_download|downloading]] and [[:task_upload|uploading]]. It also allows you to [[:task_rename|rename]] files and folders, [[:task_create_directory|create new folders]], [[:task_properties|change properties]] of files and folders, and [[:task_link|creating symbolic links and shortcuts]]. | + | WinSCP can do all common operations with files, such as [[:task_download|downloading]] and [[:task_upload|uploading]]. It also allows you to [[:task_rename|rename]] files and folders, [[:task_create_directory|create new folders]], [[:task_properties|change properties]] of files and folders, and [[:task_link|create symbolic links and shortcuts]]. |
| - | One of two selectable program interfaces allows the user to manage files even on the local computer. | + | WinSCP can also copy and move files between two local folders. |
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| + | For advanced work, WinSCP can [[:task_synchronize|synchronize directories]], [[:task_compare_directories|compare directories]], [[:task_keep_up_to_date|keep remote directory up to date]], and execute transfers from [[:scripting|scripts]] or [[:library|custom .NET code]]. | ||
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| + | Either of the two selectable program interfaces allows the user to manage files on the local computer as well. | ||
| ===== Connection to Remote Computer ===== | ===== Connection to Remote Computer ===== | ||
| - | Using WinSCP, it is possible to connect to a [[:SSH]] (Secure Shell) server with [[:sftp|SFTP]] (SSH File Transfer Protocol) or [[:scp|SCP]] (Secure Copy Protocol) service or to a [[:ftp|FTP]] (File Transfer Protocol) server. | + | Using WinSCP, you can connect to an [[:ssh|SSH]] (Secure Shell) server with [[:sftp|SFTP]] (SSH File Transfer Protocol) or [[:scp|SCP]] (Secure Copy Protocol), to an [[:ftp|FTP]] or [[:ftps|FTPS]] (FTP over TLS/SSL) server, to a [[:webdav|WebDAV]] service, and to [[:s3|S3-compatible cloud storage]]. |
| - | SFTP is a standard part of SSH-2 package. SCP is a standard part of SSH-1 package. Both protocols can be run even on the latter SSH version. WinSCP supports both SSH-1 and SSH-2. | + | For SSH-based protocols, WinSCP supports password, keyboard-interactive, public key and Kerberos (GSS) authentication methods. It also integrates with [[:ui_pageant|Pageant]] for convenient public key authentication. |
| - | For FTP, basic FTP as well as [[::ftps|FTP over TLS/SSL]] are supported. Compressed transfers (Zlib) are not supported. | + | For FTP, both unencrypted FTP and encrypted FTPS are supported. For details about protocol options, security settings, and server compatibility, see [[:protocols|protocol overview]] and [[:security|security guide]]. |
| ===== Program Interface ===== | ===== Program Interface ===== | ||
| - | There are two selectable program interfaces with plenty of configuration options in WinSCP. | + | WinSCP has two selectable program interfaces, each with many configuration options. |
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| + | You first select your preferred interface during [[:installation|installation]]. You can change your [[:ui_pref_interface|preference]] later. | ||
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| + | If you are using WinSCP for the first time, you may prefer the [[:ui_explorer|Explorer interface]], because it should be familiar to most Windows users. If you are used to the Norton Commander style used by file managers like Total Commander, FAR, or Altap Salamander, choose the [[:ui_commander|Commander interface]]. It is primarily focused on efficient keyboard control. You can use it without touching the mouse, and experienced users can perform operations much faster. | ||
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| + | For detailed interface usage, see [[:ui_explorer|Explorer interface]], [[:ui_commander|Commander interface]], [[:ui_login|Login dialog]], and [[:ui_pref_interface|interface preferences]]. | ||
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| + | ===== English Documentation Overview ===== | ||
| + | The full WinSCP documentation is available in English. If you feel comfortable reading in English, use the sections below to continue: | ||
| - | You will have the first chance to select your preferred user interface during [[:installation|installation]]. You may want to change your [[:ui_pref_interface|preference]] later. | + | * Getting started: [[:getting_started|Quick Start]], [[:guide_connect|How to connect]], [[:guide_install|How to install]] |
| + | * Typical tasks: [[:task_index|Task index]], [[:guide_upload|How to upload]], [[:guide_synchronize|How to synchronize]], [[:guides|Guides]], [[:faq|FAQ]], [[:troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] | ||
| + | * Automation and integration: [[:scripting|Scripting]], [[:commandline|Command-line options]], [[:library|.NET and COM library]], [[:guide_automation|Automation guide]], [[:guide_schedule|Scheduling]], [[:guide_ssis|SSIS integration]] | ||
| + | * Security and protocols: [[:protocols|Protocols]], [[:security|Security]], [[:public_key|Public key authentication]], [[:faq_hostkey|SSH host key FAQ]] | ||
| + | * Interface and configuration: [[:interfaces|Interfaces]], [[:ui_login|Login dialog]], [[:session_configuration|Session configuration]], [[:ui_preferences|Preferences]], [[:config|Portable use]] | ||
| + | * Product and support: [[:start|Documentation start page]], [[:support|Support]], [[this>../../forum/|User forum for support and feature requests]], [[:license|License]] | ||
| - | If you are using WinSCP for the first time, you may wish to select the [[:ui_explorer|Explorer interface]] as it should be familiar to any Windows user. However if you are used to the concept of Norton Commander, used by several contemporary file managers (Total Commander, FAR, Altap Salamander), choose this one. [[:ui_commander|Commander interface]] is primarily focused on easy keyboard control. You can use it without ever touching mouse. One who is used to it can perform the operations much faster. | + | You can always start from [[:start|documentation start page]] to browse all available chapters. |