GlideFile - FTP & SFTP Client

Seamless File Transfers

Only for Mac

Free · In‑App Purchases

Mac

New in 1.1.2: works with FTPS servers that require TLS session reuse, keeps your download folder and SSH keys across restarts, and no longer cuts long SSH commands. GlideFile is a premium FTP, SFTP, and FTPS client for the Mac. Whether you manage a single website or oversee dozens of servers, GlideFile gives you the speed, security, and tools you need to work with remote files effortlessly. POWERFUL FILE MANAGEMENT Browse remote directories with a clean, intuitive file browser that feels right at home on your Mac. Transfer files and folders using simple drag and drop between your local machine and any remote server. GlideFile handles uploads and downloads with ease, so you can focus on your work instead of wrestling with your tools. CONNECT WITH CONFIDENCE GlideFile supports the three most widely used file transfer protocols: - FTP for straightforward, compatible connections - FTPS (FTP over TLS/SSL) for encrypted transfers on standard FTP infrastructure - SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) for secure, reliable connections over SSH BUILT-IN SSH CONSOLE Access your servers directly from within GlideFile using the integrated SSH console. Execute commands, manage services, and troubleshoot issues without switching to a separate terminal application. The console includes full command history, so you can quickly recall and reuse previous commands during your session. INTEGRATED CODE EDITOR Edit remote files on the fly with the built-in code editor. Syntax highlighting supports a wide range of programming and configuration languages, making it easy to review and modify code, scripts, and config files directly on the server. No need to download, edit locally, and re-upload. Just open, edit, and save. NODE.JS PROCESS MANAGEMENT GlideFile includes a dedicated Node.js process management panel. Start, stop, restart, and monitor your processes directly from the app. AVAILABLE IN 8 LANGUAGES GlideFile is fully localized in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, and Chinese. END-TO-END ENCRYPTED CLOUD SYNC Keep your server connections synchronized across all your Macs with end-to-end encrypted cloud sync. Your data is encrypted on your device before it ever leaves. A Recovery Key protects you if you ever forget your password. FLEXIBLE PLANS FOR EVERY NEED GlideFile is free to download and use with up to two server connections, giving you full access to all features at no cost. When you need more, choose the plan that fits. Personal and Pro are one-time purchases, not subscriptions: - Free: Connect to up to 2 servers. Full access to all features including the file browser, drag and drop transfers, SSH console, code editor, and Node.js management. - Personal: Connect to up to 5 servers. Ideal for freelancers and individual developers who manage a small number of sites or services. - Pro: Unlimited server connections. Built for agencies, teams, and power users who need to manage many servers without restrictions. Personal and Pro plans are available as in-app purchases, so upgrading is quick and seamless. DESIGNED FOR macOS GlideFile is built for macOS, following Apple's Human Interface Guidelines. Performance is optimized to keep the app fast and responsive, even during large transfers. KEY FEATURES AT A GLANCE - FTP, FTPS, and SFTP protocol support - Intuitive file browser with drag and drop transfers - Built-in SSH console with command history - Integrated code editor with syntax highlighting - Node.js process management - End-to-end encrypted cloud sync with Recovery Key - Full localization in 8 languages - Free tier with 2 server connections - Personal and Pro plans via in-app purchase Whether you are a web developer uploading your latest project, a system administrator managing production servers, or a freelancer juggling multiple client sites, GlideFile provides the tools you need in one elegant, secure, and powerful application. Download GlideFile today and experience file transfers the way they should be.

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What's New in GlideFile 1.1.3: FIXED - The progress bar and speed move while files transfer, instead of staying at 0% until the end; running transfers are listed first - A server deleted on another device no longer comes back - If a purchase cannot be used, the app now says why: it already unlocks another GlideFile account, or it was refunded - Restoring purchases keeps your current plan - Intel Macs: connections and transfers now work (the transfer engine was missing for Intel) - FTPS: servers that require TLS session reuse (vsftpd, ProFTPD, FileZilla Server) and implicit FTPS on port 990 now work - Servers you already used: Test connection and the SSH console now ask you to confirm the server's identity instead of failing - An in-app purchase unlocks your plan right away, without restarting the app - An account with no server yet can open Settings to sign out, upgrade or delete the account - SSH commands that print nothing for a while (npm install, tar, git clone) are no longer cut off after 30 seconds - The download folder chosen in Settings and your SSH keys keep working after a restart - Connections no longer wait for an IPv6 address that does not answer - The connection timeout setting is applied, and uploads to servers that are slow to confirm no longer fail at the end - Error messages say what went wrong - Pro plan: you can add as many servers as your plan allows - Your plan is remembered when you open the app without a connection GlideFile now requires macOS 13 Ventura or later.

Version 1.1.3

The developer, Sebastien Girod, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

  • Data Linked to You

    The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:

    • Purchases
    • Identifiers

  • Data Not Linked to You

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Information

Seller
Sebastien Girod
Size
26.2 MB
Category
Utilities
Compatibility
Requires macOS 13.0 or later.
  • Mac
    Requires macOS 13.0 or later.
Languages
English and 7 more
  • English, Dutch, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish
Age Rating
4+
In-App Purchases
Yes
Copyright
© 2026 Glide File
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