pure-ftpd ☆
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Description:
Secure and efficient FTP server
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: ftp server ftps networking security
Install: brew install pure-ftpd
About:
PureFtpd is a secure, efficient, and standards-compliant FTP server daemon designed for modern UNIX-like systems. It prioritizes security with features like chroot jails, virtual users, and TLS/SSL encryption. Its lightweight architecture and flexible configuration make it ideal for high-performance file transfer services.
Key Features:
  • TLS/SSL encryption (FTPS) support
  • Virtual users with SQL or LDAP backends
  • Built-in anti-hammering and rate limiting
  • Chroot jail support for enhanced security
  • IPv6 and high-performance I/O support
Use Cases:
  • Hosting secure file sharing services for clients
  • Automated file transfers in enterprise environments
  • Providing authenticated access without system user accounts
Alternatives:
  • vsftpd – vsftpd is a simpler, lightweight alternative often found in default Linux installations, while PureFtpd offers more advanced features like virtual users and built-in SQL support.
  • proftpd – proftpd is highly modular and configurable, resembling Apache's syntax, whereas PureFtpd focuses more on security and simplicity out of the box.
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