Your FTP files,
downloaded automatically.
FTPull monitors your FTP server and downloads new files to your Mac the instant they're ready. Set it once, forget it forever.
macOS 13+ · Apple Silicon & Intel
🔒 No telemetry·No tracking·Your files never touch our servers
Made for photographers, agencies, printers & IT teams
The problem
You're wasting hours downloading files manually.
Your daily routine without FTPull
- Open FileZilla or Cyberduck
- Enter host, username, password
- Navigate to the remote folder
- Check if there are new files
- Select and drag them to a local folder
- Wait for the download to finish
- Verify the files aren't corrupted
- Go back and delete files from the server
- Close the FTP client
- Repeat every 10-30 minutes all day
With FTPull
0 stepsFiles appear in your folder. Automatically.
Features
Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.
Smart file detection
FTPull knows when a file is still being uploaded. It waits until the upload is complete before downloading - no more corrupted files.
Multiple FTP connections
Monitor several FTP servers simultaneously. Each with its own settings, filters, and local destination folder.
FTP, SFTP & FTPS
Connect securely with any protocol. Encrypted transfers for sensitive data in healthcare, finance, or any regulated industry.
Auto-organize files
Sort downloads by date, by client, or by connection name. Your files land exactly where they belong.
Smart filters
Download only the files you need. Filter by extension, filename pattern, or minimum file size. Built-in presets for 10+ industries.
Post-download actions
Automatically open PhotoMechanic, run an import script, or launch any app after files are downloaded.
Intelligent retry
If a download fails, FTPull retries automatically with exponential backoff. No files left behind.
Full activity log
Complete history of every file transferred. Timestamps, sizes, status. Export for audits and compliance.
Time-based scheduling
Sync only during the hours you choose. Perfect for off-peak bandwidth usage or scheduled batch imports.
Remote File Browser
Browse, create, rename and delete files and folders on your FTP server directly from the app - no separate FTP client needed.
Menu bar app
Lives in your menu bar.
Always downloading.
No windows to manage. No dock icon. FTPull sits in your menu bar, monitoring your servers. New files on the server? Downloaded automatically. Click the icon to check status: or just forget it's there.
How it works
Three steps. Two minutes. Done.
Enter your FTP credentials
Host, username, password, remote folder. Pick your industry preset and FTPull configures everything else.
Choose a local folder
Where should your files go? Pick any folder on your Mac. FTPull will organize them by date, client, or however you prefer.
Forget about it
FTPull sits in your menu bar, silently working. New files appear in your folder. You never think about FTP again.
FTPull vs the alternatives
| Feature | FileZilla | Scripts | Enterprise MFT | FTPull |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic monitoring | ✗ | ~ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Incomplete file detection | ✗ | ✗ | ~ | ✓ |
| No coding required | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| macOS native | ~ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Industry presets | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Price | Free | Free | $5,000+/yr | €49/yr |
Pricing
Choose your plan
Annual subscription. Cancel anytime.
All features included · 14-day free trial · macOS 13+
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Questions & answers
Does FTPull work with my FTP server?
FTPull works with any standard FTP, SFTP, or FTPS server. This includes hosting providers, NAS devices (Synology, QNAP), dedicated servers, and cloud FTP services. If FileZilla can connect to it, FTPull can too.
How does FTPull know when a file is fully uploaded?
FTPull uses three detection methods: size stability, flag files (.done), and temporary extensions (.tmp/.part). You choose which method works best for your workflow.
Will it slow down my Mac?
Not at all. FTPull runs a tiny listing check every few seconds - less network traffic than having a browser tab open. CPU usage is virtually zero when idle.
Can I use it with multiple FTP servers?
Yes. You can configure unlimited FTP connections, each with its own credentials, filters, polling interval, and local destination folder.
Does it delete files from the FTP server?
Only if you want it to. FTPull has two modes: move (download + delete) and copy (download only, keep original).
Is there a free trial?
Yes. FTPull includes a 14-day free trial - no credit card required.
Do I need to pay for updates?
All updates are included in your annual subscription. Renew to stay up to date.