FTP / FTPS
FTP / TLS encryptionSecure FTP and FTPS client with dual shutter and automatic recovery
Overview of FTP / FTPS Integration
Manage your web hosting spaces and FTP servers with ease. Ultra Explorer supports classic FTP as well as SSL/TLS encrypted FTPS to guarantee the security of your transfers.
In-App Configuration Dialog
Screenshot of the configuration dialog inside Ultra Explorer.
Configuration Fields Breakdown (Required vs Optional)
Based on Ultra Explorer source code and rclone engine: discover which parameters are truly required and which are handled automatically.
Storage Name
Requiredparam: name Default value: Serveur FTPUnique identifier for this storage remote in Ultra Explorer (e.g. gdrive-perso, backup-s3).
Server Host / IP
Requiredparam: host Required. Remote hostname, domain name, or IP address of the server.
Username
Optionalparam: user Default value: anonymousLogin username or email address for the account or server.
Port
Optionalparam: port Default value: 21Optional. Network communication port for the service.
Password
Optionalparam: pass Password or application password for the account or server.
Implicit FTPS (FTP over TLS)
Optionalparam: tls Default value: falseOptional. Enables TLS encryption immediately upon connection establishment (typically port 990).
Explicit FTPS (AUTH TLS)
Optionalparam: explicit_tls Default value: falseOptional. Negotiates TLS encryption after initial plaintext greeting (recommended for modern servers on port 21).
Disable EPSV
Optional Advanced Optionparam: disable_epsv Default value: falseOptional (Advanced). Disables Extended Passive mode (EPSV) in favor of standard PASV to resolve firewall issues.
How to connect FTP / FTPS in Ultra Explorer
Simple 4-step walkthrough to connect your storage in under a minute.
Choose FTP
Select FTP from the Protocols category.
Enter host access
Enter your FTP server address, username and password.
Enable TLS
Leave the TLS box checked for a secure transfer.
Immediate connection
Your web folders appear in one of the Explorer panes.
Frequently Asked Questions about FTP / FTPS
Can we transfer files directly from FTP to Google Drive or S3?
Yes ! Open your FTP in the left pane and your S3 or Google Drive in the right pane: drag and drop to transfer directly.
Other integrations in Protocols & NAS
View all 40+ integrations →
Ready to explore your FTP / FTPS?
Download Ultra Explorer today on Windows, macOS, or Linux. No subscription required, blazing-fast Rust engine, and 40+ cloud integrations.