FTP

Creating QR Code

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QR Code Name

The name will help you quickly find the QR code in history

Design presets

One-click styles — all stay scannable

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FTP QR Code Generator | Connect to a File Server

An FTP QR code carries the host, port, and login for a file transfer server. It's built purely for moving files, and unlike SFTP, the connection isn't encrypted.

What is this QR code?

An FTP QR code encodes an ftp:// URI with a host, port, and optional login/password for connecting to a file server over the classic, unencrypted file transfer protocol.

Best use cases

  • ✓Documentation for a legacy file server on an organization's local network.
  • ✓A printed guide for internal access to a file archive.
  • ✓A networking course demonstrating the classic FTP protocol.
  • ✓Equipment vendor documentation with a built-in FTP server for firmware updates.

How to generate your QR code

1

Select 'FTP' as your QR code type.

2

Enter the host, port, and optional login details.

3

Customize the colors and shape if desired.

4

Download your QR code and include it in your documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FTP safe for sensitive data?

No, logins, passwords, and files transfer unencrypted, so FTP isn't suitable for sensitive data or public networks.

What should I use instead for encrypted transfers?

SFTP handles the same file-transfer use case with encryption over SSH — use it whenever the data has any value.