Local FTP address
Start the service and copy the FTP address shown in the app.
Android FTP server
Run a local FTP server from your Android phone.
Smart FTP Server gives your Android device an FTP address on the same Wi-Fi or hotspot network, so nearby computers, phones and tablets can transfer files without a USB cable or cloud upload.
Android
ftp://192.168.1.24:2121
Server running with user accounts, permissions and local network access.
FTP client
FileZilla, WinSCP or Cyberduck
Connect with the app address, username and password.
Why this page exists
Built for people searching for a real FTP server app.
Explicit FTPS option
Use FTP over TLS in supported clients and compare certificate details when needed.
Account-based access
Create users and choose read-only, read/write or admin-style file permissions.
Workflow
Connect in three steps.
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1
Create an FTP user
Use a strong password and keep anonymous access off for normal use.
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2
Start the Android server
Stay on Wi-Fi or hotspot and copy the FTP address from Smart FTP Server.
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3
Connect from an FTP client
Use the address, username and password in your desktop or mobile FTP client.
Questions
Android FTP server FAQ
Does this work away from my local network?
Smart FTP Server is designed for devices on the same Wi-Fi or hotspot network. Avoid exposing FTP directly to the public internet unless you understand the risks.
Is plain FTP encrypted?
No. Plain FTP is not encrypted. Use explicit FTPS with a supported client when you need FTP over TLS on a trusted local setup.
Can I limit what a user can do?
Yes. You can create users and assign read-only, read/write or broader file permissions.
Start an FTP server on Android.
Install Smart FTP Server and transfer files locally from clients on the same network.
Get Smart FTP Server