About Mini SFTP Server
If you need to securely transfer files between computers, you can use the free mini SFTP server!
Core FTP mini SFTP server currently supports SFTP (via SSH2) mode only.
Mini SFTP Server 2.38
If you need to securely transfer files between computers, you can use the free mini SFTP server!
Technical details
| Publisher | Core FTP |
|---|---|
| Version | 2.38 |
| Release date | 2026-05-01 |
| License | Proprietary (Freeware) |
| Installer type | portable |
| Architecture | x64, x86 |
| Package ID | CoreFTP.MiniSFTPServer |
Install Mini SFTP Server from the command line
- Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=CoreFTP.MiniSFTPServer -e- Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=CoreFTP.MiniSFTPServer -e- Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=CoreFTP.MiniSFTPServer -e
Mini SFTP Server adds these commands to the command line: minisftpserver, minisftpserver86.
Install Mini SFTP Server together with other apps in one command »
Frequently asked questions
Is Mini SFTP Server free?
Yes, Mini SFTP Server is free to download and use on Windows.
What is the latest version of Mini SFTP Server?
The latest version is 2.38, released on May 1, 2026.
Is it safe to download Mini SFTP Server?
The download button links to the official installer published on coreftp.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with f586500a3672343a8cd3d457091976e428800635de32bf6be0b0cc3709098309.
Which Windows versions does Mini SFTP Server support?
Mini SFTP Server runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64), 32-bit (x86) systems.
How do I uninstall Mini SFTP Server?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Mini SFTP Server and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=CoreFTP.MiniSFTPServer -e.
Is there a portable version of Mini SFTP Server?
Yes. Mini SFTP Server is available as a portable program (mini-sftp-server.x64.exe, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.
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