Linux · Internet & Browsers
Usermode FTP Server
Access your files from another device
by Felipe A Hernandez
Official site: flathub.org
About Usermode FTP Server
Start an FTP server as user and transfer files directly via
most file browsers' builtin FTP support:
Windows File Explorer, Thunar, Gnome Files, Dolphin and many more!
Features:
User-friendly graphical interface.
No root nor special permissions required.
Supports FTP, FTPS and SFTP.
Single-user authentication.
Optional read-only filesystem.
Known upstream bugs (full list at documentation page):
Gtk4 - Unresponsive UI after touch input. Gtk#5096
Gtk4 - Dropdown menus not working under Steam Deck Gamescope.
Libadwaita - No theme support (GTK_THEME). libadwaita#677
Flatpak - Directory selection not working under Steam Deck Gamescope.
Flatpak - Unsupported command directory arguments. flatpak#6236
UX - Users using Discover store comments complain about about flatpak runtime bugs.
How to install Usermode FTP Server
- 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 eu.ithz.umftpd
- Open Usermode FTP Server once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Usermode FTP Server free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Usermode FTP Server is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Usermode FTP Server from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub eu.ithz.umftpd. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Usermode FTP Server safe?
Usermode FTP Server downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
