Ftp Server

Turn your device into a full featured FTP server

Ftp Server by The Olive Tree is a lightweight yet surprisingly powerful tool that turns your Android device into a flexible file server, letting you move data to and from your computer with ease. Instead of fumbling with cables or limited file managers, you simply start the server and connect via any standard FTP client.

What stands out first is its versatility with network interfaces. Ftp Server can listen on Wi‑Fi, Ethernet, mobile data, or even over USB with a bit of ADB configuration, which makes it useful in a wide variety of scenarios—from quick home backups to on‑the‑go file sharing. You can choose between anonymous access or a password‑protected user, define a custom home directory (including full device root, if your device allows it), and even switch to read‑only mode for extra peace of mind.

Both active and passive FTP modes are supported, and the app can display hidden files, which is handy when you need to manage system folders or dotfiles. Running the server as a foreground service and the dedicated energy‑saving mode help keep connections stable without draining the battery too quickly. Multilingual support is generous, covering many major languages.

On the downside, the free version does not support landscape mode, which can be mildly annoying on tablets. More importantly, there is currently no TLS/SSL support, so all transfers are unencrypted—fine on a trusted home network, but not ideal on public or shared Wi‑Fi.

Overall, Ftp Server is a no‑nonsense, efficient solution for users who want direct, granular access to their Android file system. If you’re comfortable with FTP and understand its security limits, it’s a fast, reliable way to manage large amounts of data without extra bloat.