FolderFTP

FolderFTP automates the process of transferring files from a local computer or network to a remote FTP server.

FolderFTP allows you to monitor any folder on a local hard drive or server, and automatically upload new files to an FTP server. This can be useful for backup purposes or for uploading files (text and images, for example) to a web server or a picture desk. You can also use FolderFTP as part of your wireless workflow.

Once a file is added to the folder being monitored, the program will open an FTP connection to the remote server and upload the new file(s). The program can automatically assign a unique name to all files that are uploaded, ensuring that no files on the remote server are overwritten and lost. You can also send automatic e-mail messages to inform the recipient(s) -- or yourself -- that new files have been uploaded.

You can also drag and drop files into the FTP queue to manually upload files.

All program settings are stored in a local ini-file, meaning that you can easily copy the program (including all settings) to multiple computers. Unlike some programs, FolderFTP will not mess up your Windows Registry.

FolderFTP was originally written to be used in a small news desk environment, but can be useful for many different users, including digital photographers, web publishers, network administrators, advanced amateurs and IT-professionals.

Photographers can automatically add IPTC info to their JPEG image files before transmission.

See program screenshots.

System requirements
Any PC running Windows 2000 XP, or later. Internet or LAN connection required. An FTP server to upload files.

Download

FolderFTP 1.3 (1 MB)

You can download and try FolderFTP for free for 30 days. If you want to use the program beyond the 30-day trial period, you must register.

The unregistered trial version is fully functional, except that you can only upload 10 files before the folder monitor and upload queue are stopped. A single user license is $ 25. Registration details.