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Description:
Standalone TFTP, FTP, and SFTP server
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.4.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: sftp ftp tftp file-sharing server networking
Install: brew install --cask transfer
About:
Transfer is a standalone GUI server application that supports TFTP, FTP, and SFTP protocols, allowing users to quickly share files from their Mac without needing command-line tools. It provides a simple interface to start and stop servers, monitor connections, and configure shared directories with minimal setup. This tool is ideal for secure local file transfers and legacy device support.
Key Features:
  • Supports TFTP, FTP, and SFTP protocols simultaneously
  • Simple graphical user interface for easy server management
  • Secure file transfers with SFTP (SSH-based)
  • Lightweight and standalone, no dependencies required
Use Cases:
  • Sharing files securely on a local network using SFTP
  • Transferring files to legacy network devices via TFTP
  • Quickly setting up an ad-hoc FTP server for temporary file exchange
Alternatives:
  • Cyberduck – Cyberduck is a full-featured client, whereas Transfer focuses on being a simple, easy-to-use server.
  • FileZilla Server – FileZilla Server is more complex to configure and lacks native macOS integration and simplicity.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 10, 2026 2:07am 2.4.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 2c4d2310
Jan 28, 2026 7:52pm 2.4.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 49e6fc6b
Jan 28, 2026 1:58am 2.4 0 VERSION_BUMP 7191d4a7
Sep 15, 2025 1:06pm 2.2.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 694b9068
Aug 15, 2025 7:50pm 2.2.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 52a5ddb3
Aug 15, 2025 2:06am 2.2.6 0 VERSION_BUMP f626cd84
Dec 18, 2023 6:38pm 2.2.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 62964643
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