Linux · Utilities
nui-sftp
A SSH/SFTP client using the NuiCpp UI Framework
by Tim Ebbeke (aka 5cript)
Official site: flathub.org
About nui-sftp
nui-sftp is a desktop client for SSH and SFTP. It is built on libssh and the
NuiCpp UI framework, and combines file transfer, directory synchronization,
and interactive shell access over a single SSH connection per session.
Features:
SFTP browser with side-by-side local and remote panes, drag-and-drop transfers, and a queueable operation list.
Directory synchronization (one-way or bidirectional) with a diff preview and per-entry selection before any change is applied.
Open remote files in an external editor; subsequent saves are detected on disk and re-uploaded automatically.
Multiple interactive SSH shell channels per session, multiplexed over the same connection and presented as tabs.
Local terminal panes alongside the remote panes within the same workspace.
Per-host session profiles, configurable panel layout, themeable UI, and customizable keybinds.
Archive transfer mode for bulk uploads and downloads.
No telemetry, no account, no network access beyond the SSH/SFTP connections the user configures.
The source code is available on GitHub under a permissive license. nui-sftp is
also packaged as a native Windows build, in the Arch User Repository, and as an
AppImage.
How to install nui-sftp
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.nuicpp.nui_sftp
- Open nui-sftp once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is nui-sftp free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where nui-sftp is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install nui-sftp from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.nuicpp.nui_sftp. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is nui-sftp safe?
nui-sftp downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
