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What it is

CrushFTP is a file transfer server for secure transfers across a range of operating systems. Administrators can manage users, preferences, reports and plugins in a web browser. Supported secure protocols include FTPES, FTPS, SFTP, SCP and HTTPS; authentication options include LDAP, RADIUS, SAML and OAuth, with MFA/OTP validation available. Files can be encrypted in transit and at rest using PGP. The server connects to storage and services including S3, Google Drive, Azure, Dropbox, OneDrive, SharePoint, Box, SMB and Hadoop. Enterprise tools include scheduling, monitoring, automated reporting, DMZ capability and high availability through session replication. CrushSync synchronizes files in real time and can send changed portions of large files with compression. The web interface supports resumable transfers, WebDAV clients for iOS and Android, thumbnails, slideshows and movie playback. The full normal-license download has a 30-day trial; the site says only CrushFTP 11 is currently supported. Plans include a Small Business option at $70 a month, listed as a perpetual license.

Spec sheet

What it does
CrushFTP is a self-hosted file-transfer server supporting secure protocols and browser-based administration.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Product
CrushFTP is a secure high-speed file transfer server that runs on almost any operating system.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Free plan
NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Integrations
Supported back ends and services include S3, Google Drive, Azure, Dropbox, Backblaze B2, OneDrive, SharePoint, Box, SMB and Hadoop.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Support
Support requests are answered directly by a human, often within minutes and usually within an hour.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Founded
1998Read 28 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Ad-hoc sharing
Users can create temporary file or folder links that expire automatically and can be emailed to outside recipients.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Administrative API
The vendor documents a command-line CrushTunnel.jar administrative tool for creating, updating and deleting users, assigning virtual folders, managing groups and triggering jobs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Android client
The CrushClient Android app supports browsing, previews, uploads, downloads, file operations and upload forms; Google Play lists 500+ downloads and no collected or shared data in the developer disclosure.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Authentication
Official security material lists LDAP, RADIUS, SAML and OAuth authentication methods, plus MFA or OTP validation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Automated banning
The server monitors abusive login patterns and can automatically ban offending IP addresses, including suspected scanning and DDoS activity.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Automation
Event and job actions can move, copy, rename, delete, archive, encrypt, decrypt, email or process files and can be chained and scheduled.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Browser file operations
The web interface lets users upload, download, rename, delete, search, preview, share and resume transfers without a stated file-size limit.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Cloud integrations
Built-in storage and transfer connectors include Amazon S3, Google Drive, Google Cloud Storage, Azure, Glacier, Dropbox, Backblaze B2, OneDrive, SharePoint and Box.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Company founding and size
LinkedIn states that CrushFTP was founded in 1998 and has 2–10 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company identity
LinkedIn lists the maker as CrushFTP, LLC, a privately held IT-services company headquartered in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
CrushSync
The enterprise CrushSync client replicates changed file portions in real time, supports compression and can encrypt data client-side.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Current release
The download page lists CrushFTP 11.5.5, released September 14, 2026, with packages that optionally include OpenJDK Java 25.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Documentation depth
The support page describes a searchable online wiki covering all aspects of the product and links versioned API and configuration documentation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Encryption
The product provides PGP encryption for data in transit and at rest and supports secure transfer protocols including SFTP and HTTPS.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
High availability
Enterprise features include DMZ deployment, reverse connections, virtual IP management and session replication for high availability.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
iOS client
The free CrushClient iOS app supports file browsing and management, uploads, downloads, sharing and upload forms, requires iOS 13 or later and lists one 5-star rating.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Licence
The licence grants use on one computer at a time, retains the vendor's intellectual-property rights and forbids redistribution, sublicensing or resale of the code.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Limit: extreme-load defects
The sole Capterra/GetApp/Software Advice reviewer reports occasional flaws when processing thousands of concurrent transfers.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.co.uk
Limit: security history
A G2 reviewer alleges serious compromise risk and criticizes the product's vulnerability history and disclosure practices, citing CVE-2025-31161.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: upgrade and support friction
G2 reviews mention Java dependence, dated aesthetics, inconsistent support, service failures after upgrades and difficulty completing an upgrade purchase.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Malware scanning
Uploaded files can be checked through command-line antivirus scanners or an ICAP server.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Praise: ease and breadth
Independent reviewers repeatedly praise easy setup or use, broad multi-protocol support, scalability, cloud and local storage support, and responsive support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Praise: enterprise file transfer
A Capterra/GetApp/Software Advice reviewer reports ease of use, scalability from small to very large organizations, secure multi-protocol transfers and strong support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Protocols
The server supports FTP, FTPS, FTPES, SFTP, HTTP, HTTPS, WebDAV and WebDAVS connections.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Public file API
The documented REST-style file API uses Basic authentication or a login cookie and supports GET, PUT, MOVE and command-based rename operations against a user's virtual file system.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Rating on Apple App Store
5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratingRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Capterra
5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviewRead 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Rating on G2
3.3 out of 5 from 5 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Rating on GetApp
5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviewRead 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.co.uk
Rating on Software Advice
5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviewRead 15 Oct 2026 · softwareadvice.com
SDK and extensibility
The documentation exposes plugin-based extension points, customizable events and CrushTask workflows; no separate public software-development kit is identified on the cited API pages.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Secure protocols
It supports FTPES, FTPS, SFTP, SCP and HTTPS for secure file transfer.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Security defenses
The server detects abusive connection patterns, automatically bans offending IP addresses and provides DDoS protection.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Security hardening release
The 11.5.5 changelog records updated SSH and SMB3 libraries, stricter defaults, DMZ and job performance work, certificate pinning fixes and other security hardening.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Self-hosting and requirements
CrushFTP runs as a daemon or Windows service on macOS, Windows, Linux, Unix, BSD and Solaris systems that support Java.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Support lifecycle
The vendor says version 9 support ended in October 2022, version 10 support ended in March 2026 and only version 11 is currently supported.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Synchronization
CrushSync provides real-time file synchronization, sending only changed parts of large files with compression.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Trial and versions
The full normal-license download can be tried for 30 days, and the site says only CrushFTP 11 is currently supported.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Web administration
Everything can be administered from a web browser, including users, preferences, reports and plugins.Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Web interface
Administrators can create users, change settings, run reports and configure plugins from a browser, with branding and real-time activity graphs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
ZipStreaming
Files can be compressed during download or expanded during upload as a stream, which the vendor says can speed transfers.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com

Plans and prices

Small Business $70 a month Perpetual license; $250 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year is not stated for this plan. 50 concurrent connections Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Professional $100 a month Perpetual license; maintenance terms are not stated for this plan. Unlimited concurrent connections Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Professional, site license $2,000 a month Perpetual license; maintenance terms are not stated for this plan. Unlimited installs Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Enterprise 1 $1,000 a month $250 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year. No limit on concurrent connections Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Enterprise 2 $2,500 a month $500 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year. No limit on concurrent connections Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Enterprise 2 (10 install pack) $8,000 a month $1,500 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year. 10 installs Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Enterprise 2 (Unlimited Installs) $20,000 a month $5,000 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year. Unlimited installs Read 20 Sep 2026 · crushftp.com
Small Business $70, paid once 50 concurrent connections · Email support only Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Small Business $70, paid once 50 concurrent connections · email support only Read 15 Oct 2026 · ftp.crushftp.com
Professional $100, paid once No limit on concurrent connections · Email support only Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com
Professional $100, paid once unlimited concurrent connections · email support only Read 15 Oct 2026 · ftp.crushftp.com
Enterprise 1 $1,000, paid once $250 yearly maintenance renewal after first year Installation support · Phone support for Sev 1 server-down issues Read 1 Oct 2026 · crushftp.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Web browser administration for users and plugins.
  • Supports FTPES, FTPS, SFTP, SCP and HTTPS.
  • PGP encryption in transit and at rest.
  • Real-time synchronization with changed-part transfer.
  • 30-day trial of the full normal-license download.

Limits

  • No free plan.
  • Small Business lists 50 concurrent connections.
  • Only CrushFTP 11 is currently supported.
  • Enterprise plans list yearly maintenance renewals.

Who it suits

CrushFTP suits organizations that need a managed file transfer server with multiple secure protocols and storage connections. Enterprise tools may fit teams needing scheduling, monitoring or high availability.

CrushFTP in depth

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CrushFTP is a secure file-transfer server for organizations that need to manage recurring transfers across controlled infrastructure and connected storage. It suits teams with varied protocol, identity and automation requirements; occasional file senders are likely better served by a simpler service. Its breadth is a strong draw, but plan limits and maintenance renewals need close attention.

Overview

Browser-based administration covers users, preferences, reports and plugins, alongside support for FTPES, FTPS, SFTP, SCP and HTTPS. Virtual folders, audit logging and an automation API make it better suited to managed workflows than ad hoc transfers. Authentication can use LDAP, RADIUS, SAML or OAuth, with MFA/OTP validation; PGP encryption applies to data in transit and at rest. The server also detects abusive connection patterns, bans offending IP addresses and provides DDoS protection.

Storage integrations include S3, Google Drive, Azure, Dropbox, Backblaze B2, OneDrive, SharePoint, Box, SMB and Hadoop. That range can accommodate mixed storage environments, though teams should weigh it against the operational scope of running a transfer server.

Key features

The WebInterface supports resumable high-speed transfers, thumbnails, slideshows and built-in movie playback. WebDAV support for iOS and Android clients broadens access beyond desktop browsers. CrushSync synchronizes files in real time, sending only changed portions of large files with compression, which can reduce repeated transfer work for teams moving large files.

Enterprise tools add job scheduling, monitoring, automated reporting, DMZ capability and high availability through session replication. These are meaningful capabilities for organizations running transfer operations continuously, but they are tied to Enterprise-level plans rather than the lower-cost options.

Pricing

CrushFTP has no free plan, but the full normal-license download has a 30-day trial. The plans are presented as perpetual licenses with monthly prices, so the purchase and renewal terms matter as much as the headline amounts.

Small Business: $70 a month, with 50 concurrent connections. A $250 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year applies. This is the lowest-cost fit for smaller deployments that can stay within that cap.

Professional: $100 a month, with unlimited concurrent connections.

Professional, site license: $2,000 a month, with unlimited installs.

Enterprise 1: $1,000 a month, no concurrent-connection limit and a $250 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year. It is the lower Enterprise tier for teams needing its automation and availability tools.

Enterprise 2: $2,500 a month, no concurrent-connection limit and a $500 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year.

Enterprise 2 (10 install pack): $8,000 a month, 10 installs and a $1,500 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year.

Enterprise 2 (Unlimited Installs): $20,000 a month, unlimited installs and a $5,000 yearly maintenance renewal after the first year.

The Enterprise install packs are substantial commitments; they make sense only when the deployment needs justify the installation allowance and Enterprise features. Check the connection or installation limit and the maintenance renewal before settling on a perpetual license.

Platforms

CrushFTP runs on Linux, macOS and Windows, as well as Android, iOS, web and self-hosted environments. The broad operating-system coverage fits organizations with mixed infrastructure, while mobile WebDAV support gives clients another route to files.

Who it's for

CrushFTP is best for organizations that need a self-managed transfer server with several secure protocols, flexible authentication, connected storage and auditable workflows. Teams that need scheduled jobs, monitoring, DMZ capability or session-replication high availability should consider the Enterprise tiers. It is less compelling for one-off transfers or small teams that cannot justify a perpetual-license purchase and ongoing maintenance.

Pros and cons

Pros

Broad protocol and identity support lets administrators accommodate varied transfer and authentication requirements.

Storage integrations cover major cloud services as well as SMB and Hadoop, useful in mixed environments.

Resumable transfers and changed-part synchronization address large or interrupted transfers directly.

Abuse detection, IP bans, DDoS protection and PGP encryption provide multiple security measures.

Cons

The Small Business plan caps concurrent connections at 50, so growing workloads may require Professional.

Enterprise install packs carry high prices and yearly maintenance renewals, making large deployments costly.

Several plans lack stated maintenance terms, complicating cost comparisons across licenses.

The product's server and administration focus is more than users who only need occasional file sharing require.

Alternatives

SendSafely is worth considering for a freemium option with a 50 MB-per-month Personal plan or a Basic plan at $10 a month with 250 MB/month. MASV may suit variable transfer volumes: its On-Demand plan charges $0.25 a month, billed pay as you go at $0.25/GB after the first 15 GB free each month, with no contract.

Files.com is another paid service, with a Starter plan at $199 a month billed monthly for 10 Full Users, 50 System Users, 2 outbound connections and 1 TB monthly storage. For a free desktop client, FileZilla Client costs nothing and supports FTP, FTPS and SFTP.

GoAnywhere MFT is an alternative with custom pricing and licensing by module or server. Serv-U FTP Server costs $55 a month billed annually and includes 250 user accounts and 100 concurrent sessions, a different connection and account allowance from CrushFTP's Small Business plan. Progress MOVEit Transfer offers a free trial. SFTPPlus costs $1,900, paid once, billed pay once to own it forever, per installation inside one operating system.

Browse more options in Secure File Transfer Software and File transfer services.

Verdict

Choose CrushFTP if you need a self-managed, security-conscious transfer server with broad protocol, identity and storage support, and particularly if Enterprise automation or availability features are central. Look elsewhere if your needs are occasional, your budget favors a free or usage-priced service, or a 50-connection cap or license renewal terms do not fit your deployment.

Verdict

CrushFTP combines secure transfer protocols, web administration and storage integrations, with additional automation and availability tools at Enterprise level. Check the connection or installation limits and maintenance terms for the plan you consider.

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