Method 1 SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) is a secure way to transfer files between systems. macOS provides built-in support for SFTP through the terminal, and you can also use third-party tools for a graphical interface.
Method 1: Using Terminal (Built-in SFTP Client)
Open Terminal Launch the Terminal app from Applications > Utilities or by searching for it in Spotlight.
Connect to the Server Use the following command to initiate an SFTP session: sftp username@hostname Replace username with your server username and hostname with the server's IP address or domain.
Authenticate Enter your password when prompted.
Transfer Files Use these commands to manage files: Upload a file: put /path/to/local/file /path/to/remote/destination Download a file: get /path/to/remote/file /path/to/local/destination List files: ls Exit SFTP session: exit
Method 2: Using FileZilla (Graphical Interface)
Download and Install FileZilla Download FileZilla Client for macOS from FileZilla's official site. Ensure you select the version compatible with your macOS version.
Launch FileZilla Open the application after installation.
Set Up Connection Enter the following details in the top bar: Host: sftp://hostname Username: Your server username. Password: Your server password. Port: Default is 22.
Transfer Files Drag and drop files between the local and remote panes to upload or download files.
Best Practices
Always use strong passwords or SSH keys for authentication.
Verify server authenticity to avoid man-in-the-middle attacks.
Use third-party tools like FileZilla for ease of use if you're not comfortable with command-line operations.
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