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Description:
Command-line interface for Cyberduck (a multi-protocol file transfer tool)
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 9.3.1.44136@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @cyberduck  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: file-transfer cli cyberduck automation sftp cloud-storage
Install: brew install duck
About:
Duck is a command-line interface for Cyberduck, a versatile open-source client for file transfers over various protocols. It enables scripting and automation of file operations such as uploads, downloads, and synchronization with cloud storage and servers. This tool is ideal for integrating robust file transfer capabilities into terminal workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
Key Features:
  • Supports multiple protocols including SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, and cloud services like S3 and Azure
  • Fully scriptable via the command line for automation and batch processing
  • Integrates with system keychains for secure credential management
  • Provides detailed logging and progress reporting for transfers
Use Cases:
  • Automating deployment of static websites or application assets to cloud storage
  • Syncing large datasets from remote servers to a local environment for analysis
  • Integrating secure file transfers into shell scripts and CI/CD pipelines
Alternatives:
  • rclone – rclone is a powerful, open-source command-line sync tool with broad support for cloud providers, often preferred for pure synchronization tasks.
  • lftp – lftp is a sophisticated file transfer program with advanced scripting capabilities, primarily focused on traditional FTP/SFTP protocols.
License: GPL-3.0-only
Dependencies: openjdk, alsa-lib, freetype, giflib, harfbuzz, jpeg-turbo, libpng, libx11, libxext, libxi, libxrender, libxtst, little-cms2
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
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