Transmit
A fast, dual-pane Mac file transfer app for FTP, SFTP, and every major cloud storage service.
What is Transmit?
Transmit is a Mac-only file transfer and management app from Panic that connects to remote servers and cloud storage over FTP, SFTP, and WebDAV, plus direct integrations for Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Box, Google Drive, Microsoft Azure, Dropbox, OneDrive for Business, and more. Its dual-pane interface puts local files on one side and remote files on the other, built to be faster than the Finder for everyday remote file work, with a Places bar for quick-jump folders and a Get Info sidebar for inspecting files. Security features include two-factor login, YubiKey hardware key support, NTLM and HTTP Digest authentication, and SSH key management and generation. Panic Sync keeps server lists and settings synced across a user's Macs, and a separate File Sync feature handles local-to-local and remote-to-remote folder synchronization, alongside batch rename and Terminal integration.
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Key Features of Transmit
Use Cases for Transmit
Deploying files to a web server
Upload and manage website files on a remote server over SFTP using a fast dual-pane interface.
Managing cloud storage buckets
Browse and transfer files directly to Amazon S3 or Backblaze B2 buckets without a browser-based console.
Syncing settings across multiple Macs
Use Panic Sync to keep the same server list and preferences available on a desktop and laptop.
Bulk file operations
Batch rename large sets of remote files and keep local and remote folders synchronized with File Sync.
Pros & Cons of Transmit
Pros
- One-time $45 purchase with no recurring subscription fee
- Broad direct integration with major cloud storage providers beyond plain FTP/SFTP
- Dual-pane interface is noticeably faster for remote file work than using the Finder
- Strong security options including 2FA, YubiKey, and built-in SSH key generation
Cons
- Mac only, with no Windows or Linux version
- One-time price is a real upfront cost compared to some free FTP clients
- No mobile companion app for managing transfers on iOS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Transmit a subscription?
No, Transmit 5 is a one-time $45 purchase, not a subscription.
Does Transmit work on Windows?
No, Transmit is Mac-only software.
What cloud services does Transmit support?
Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Box, Google Drive, Microsoft Azure, Dropbox, OneDrive for Business, Rackspace Cloud Files, DreamObjects, and OpenStack Swift, plus generic FTP, SFTP, and WebDAV.
Does Transmit support two-factor authentication?
Yes, it supports 2FA login and YubiKey hardware key authentication.
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