How to transfer files to remote server

I update to Mac OS 10.13.6 and ftp does not seem to be working. In the past I have typically used ftp to transfer files to remote server that is hosting a small business website. Can someone enlighten me regarding the best way to do these file transfers?

Thanks,

Bill

MacBook Pro

Posted on Jan 23, 2019 7:57 PM

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BDAqua

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Jan 23, 2019 8:11 PM in response to billsimka

Hi Bill, apple has indeed dropped ftp, try CyberDuck...

https://cyberduck.io

billsimka Author

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Jan 26, 2019 7:37 AM in response to BDAqua

Thank you. FTP using CyberDuck is working fine for me.

Jan 27, 2019 12:30 PM in response to BDAqua

FYI: Fetch is also working.

BDAqua

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Jan 26, 2019 9:32 AM in response to billsimka

Great news, thanks. :)

BDAqua

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Jan 27, 2019 12:32 PM in response to soulartist

Thanks for the report, good to know. :)

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