Information for New FTP Users
What Is FTP Explorer?
FTP Explorer is a program that allows you to connect to FTP servers for the purpose of transferring files.
Any type of file can be transferred easily and quickly transferred to or from your computer.
FTP Explorer is often used for maintaining web sites but is also useful for other file transfer tasks, especially for larger files which do not transfer well via other methods such as email.
FTP Explorer is designed to be easy to use and
familiar. FTP Explorer looks and acts very much like the Windows
Explorer, so you'll feel right at home even during your first session.
FTP Explorer has been available since 1996!
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Why do I need FTP Explorer?
You can use FTP Explorer to transfer files between your
computer and an FTP server.
Nearly all web hosting providers offer FTP capability, so you can use FTP
Explorer to easily transfer your web site files from your computer up to
the web site. It is generally easier, faster, and more efficient to
transfer your files using an FTP client than other methods.
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Maintaining Your Web Site
Maintaining your web site is easy with FTP Explorer. Your site appears as a set of folders and files just like they appear in the Windows explorer.
It takes just a few minutes to configure FTP Explorer with the appropriate settings for your site. FTP Explorer's Connection Wizard guides you through the process with step-by-step instructions.
FTP Explorer saves you time, money, and eliminates frustration by taking the complication out of what is normally a complicated task!
Public File Repositories
There are many public FTP servers available from which you can download files from. FTP Explorer provides a default list of servers that you can connect to immediately after you install it.
Repositories such as the Papa WinSock-L archive at the Indiana State University and the SimTel archive offer thousands of programs free for public downloading.
FTP Explorer makes it easier to access these sites
Will it run on my computer?
FTP Explorer runs on the following versions of Microsoft Windows:
- Windows 98
- Windows NT 4.0
- Windows 2000
- Windows XP
- Windows Vista
- Windows Server 2003
FTP Explorer is not currently available for Macintosh or UNIX computers.
Why should I choose FTP Explorer?
First developed in 1996, it is the original "explorer-like" FTP client.
FTP Explorer will automatically reconnect to the server if your connection is lost
FTP Explorer can resume interrupted downloads from the point where they were interrupted
FTP Explorer supports drag and drop operations, which allows you to drag and drop files to and from windows explorer views.
How much does it cost?
FTP Explorer is available as a free trial. You can download it and try it for up to 30 days to determine if it will meet your needs. After the trial period, the price for a single user perpetual license is $35.99.
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How do I get a free license?
If you are a student or faculty member of an educational institution, you may be eligible for a FREE license.
FTPx Corp. is a strong supporter of education, and the FTP Explorer ftp client is used by students worldwide.
If you believe you qualify for an educational license, please fill out this form to submit your application for a free license.
Where can I find more information about FTP?
Take a look at our Introduction to FTP article here.