Introduction to WS_FTP

WS_FTP Professional offers a very robust set of features in an extremely easy-to-use interface.

• FTP and FTP-SSL transfers are supported.
• With linked folder navigation, you can browse through identical directory trees on your computer and the server at the same time.
• Transfer Logging enables you to store your transactions in a log file.
• Secure FTP transfers.
• SSH key pair generation so you can connect and transfer without passwords.
• Scheduled / un-attended file transfers.
• Support for FTP scripting.
• Never lose a file on the server with remote file searching.
• With WS_FTP's automatic file compression, you'll transfer files faster.
• File encryption

Downloading and Installing WS_FTP

WS_FTP can be downloaded from the Ipswitch website:

• Download Trial Version

Both versions may be purchased for a nominal fee. While there is not a free version available, both versions of WS_FTP may be downloaded for a 30 day evaluation period free of charge.

Installation of WS_FTP couldn't be easier.:

1. Download the WS_FTP client file.

2. Double-click the downloaded WS_FTP_Install.exe file.

3. Follow the installation prompts. The default options are preset to get you going in the right direction.

What's Next with WS_FTP

Once you have WS_FTP installed, you'll want to exploit its capabilities. Here's a few short tutorial pages to get you off on the right foot.

Connecting and Transferring Files with WS_FTP

Connecting and transferring files with WS_FTP is simple and uncomplicated. You'll be transferring files in no time at all.

Monitoring File Transfers with WS_FTP

Making sure that your files transfer successfully is a fundamental feature of an FTP client. WS_FTP keeps you apprised in plain English.

Using the Site Manager and Bookmarks in WS_FTP

WS_FTP's Site Manager allows you to keep track of your ExaVault account details in an intuitive window.