windterm ☆

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Description:
SSH/SFTP/Shell/Telnet/Serial terminal

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2.7.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: terminal ssh sftp remote-access telnet serial

Install: brew install --cask windterm

About:
WindTerm is a versatile terminal emulator designed for system administrators, developers, and network engineers. It provides robust support for multiple protocols including SSH, SFTP, Shell, Telnet, and Serial connections within a single interface. The tool aims to improve productivity by offering a feature-rich environment for remote server management and file transfer tasks.

Key Features:

Multi-protocol support (SSH, SFTP, Telnet, Shell, Serial)
Integrated SFTP file transfer and management
Session management with categorization and filtering
Built-in text editor and hex editor
Cross-platform availability (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Use Cases:

Managing remote Linux servers via SSH
Performing secure file transfers using SFTP
Debugging embedded devices via Serial connection
Automating routine tasks with scripts

Alternatives:

Tabby – Tabby is a modern terminal with a focus on UI customization and plugins, whereas WindTerm offers a more integrated suite of tools including a built-in file manager.
SecureCRT – SecureCRT is a commercial industry standard known for high security and scripting, while WindTerm provides a similar feature set with a free licensing model.
iTerm2 – iTerm2 is a macOS-exclusive terminal replacement with deep OS integration, whereas WindTerm offers broader cross-platform support.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 1:25pm	2.7.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	ab6378b0
Jan 23, 2024 10:31am	2.6.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	c6877a6f