Xlight is a Windows FTP and SFTP server to make file transfer secure and easy to
use. It is a portable program with very low memory and CPU usage. The server is
designed for high performance and can handle many FTP and SFTP connections.
Xlight FTP Server has many useful features and has a free edition for personal
use. The program is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 10, 2003, 2008,
2012, 2016 and 2019.
Publisher’s description
What is Xlight FTP Server?
Xlight FTP Server by Xlight FTP is proprietary Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup), MSI and Portable installers for 64-bit and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 1.9 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Small download (1.9 MB)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Xlight FTP Server is a Windows tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Xlight FTP Server safe to download?
- The file is served by xlightftpd.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
9C994BB6FF3A61E378D38D6B28903F74AB823A98EDF724DE60BE49B1C5D27E54· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9.4.6Latest | May 18, 2025 | 1.9 MB | 64-bit ZIP64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit ZIP32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id XlightFTP.XlightFTP -esetup-x64.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Xlight FTP
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup), MSI, Portable
- Version
- 3.9.4.6
- Released
- May 18, 2025
- Added to the catalogue
- June 12, 2025
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- xlightftpd.com
- winget ID
- XlightFTP.XlightFTP
- MSI product code
- {5E04D858-A8C6-3CFD-D744-3754111BC0B7}
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Xlight FTP Server free?
Xlight FTP Server is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Xlight FTP Server safe to download?
The download comes from xlightftpd.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Xlight FTP Server with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Xlight FTP Server be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Xlight FTP Server run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Can I use Xlight FTP Server without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.