Getting Started

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Getting Started

What LoFTP Is

LoFTP is a macOS desktop application for working with:

local files
FTP servers
FTPS servers
SFTP servers

It uses a dual-pane workflow inspired by classic commander-style file managers.

Core Workflow

Typical use:

open LoFTP
keep one pane local and one pane remote
connect to a saved server profile
compare, upload, download, or inspect files

Current Platform Scope

LoFTP is currently macOS-oriented.

That means:

local volume discovery uses macOS paths
cloud shortcuts are tuned for macOS locations
the current desktop packaging and release flow targets macOS

Saved Connections

LoFTP supports saved profiles for:

FTP
FTPS
SFTP

Credentials are stored using the system keychain where available.

Installation Notes

The project repository contains the application source code.

For end users, release builds and project information are published through:

www.loftp.space

Current Limitation Notes

search is local, not remote
the built-in editor writes local text files
remote editing is not a direct in-place edit flow
archive creation currently supports ZIP output only