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Download WinSCP 6.5.1 with easy-to-follow guides for installation on Windows.

Download WinSCP 6.5.1

What’s New in the Current Version

Released on: May 5, 2025

The latest update to WinSCP focuses on improving reliability and fixing common issues across file transfers, interface behavior, and protocol compatibility.

Bug Fixes & Stability Improvements

Symlink Skipping in Search
The “Search for Text” extension now skips symbolic links to avoid unnecessary results and errors.

Improved Dark Mode Handling
Fixed a crash that occurred when switching the system app mode to Dark.

UI Stability on Multi-Display Setups
WinSCP now remembers window placement correctly on monitors with different scaling settings.

Thumbnail View Bug Resolved
Fixed a failure that occurred when users switched off the Thumbnails view.

Spacebar Selection Fixed
You can now use the spacebar to toggle file selection and perform incremental searches—even when using space characters.

WebDAV Protocol Enhancements

Updated WebDAV Core
The WebDAV/HTTP engine has been upgraded to neon 0.34.2, bringing increased compatibility and stability.

Status Parsing Issue Fixed
Resolved a failure when handling WebDAV <status> tags without a reason phrase—making connections more reliable.

Authentication Retry Loop Fixed
WinSCP no longer gets stuck in an endless loop when multiple authentication methods (like SSPI, NTLM, or Negotiate) fail during WebDAV login.

Language Update

Danish Translation Completed
WinSCP is now fully translated into Danish, making the interface more accessible to native speakers.

If you experienced issues in earlier versions—especially with display bugs, search functions, or WebDAV transfers—upgrading to WinSCP 6.5.1 is highly recommended for a smoother, more stable experience.

System Requirements for Downloading WinSCP

Before you download WinSCP 6.5.1, make sure your system meets these basic needs:

  • Windows 7 or later (including Windows 10, 11, and Windows Server editions)

  • Both 32-bit and 64-bit systems

  • Portable version available for older Windows setups

  • Needs just 40–100 MB of free disk space

  • 512 MB RAM or more is recommended for smooth performance

Step-by-Step Guide to Download and Install WinSCP

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Step 1: Download the Software

  • Click the Download button above to get the latest version (free download)
  • Choose between the Installation package (.exe) or Portable version (.zip)
    • Installation package: Recommended for most users – complete installation with all features
    • Portable version: No installation required – runs directly from any folder

Step 2: Run the Installer

  • Double-click the downloaded WinSCP-X.XX.X-Setup.exe installer file
  • When Windows Security asks “Do you want to allow this app to make changes?” click Yes
  • The Installation Wizard will launch automatically

Step 3: Configure Installation Settings

  • Welcome Screen: Click Next to continue
  • License Agreement: Read and accept the license terms, then click Next
  • Setup Type: Choose your installation type:
    • Typical installation (Recommended): Installs with common features
    • Full installation: Installs all WinSCP features and components
    • Compact installation: Minimal installation with essential features only
    • Custom installation: Choose specific components to install
  • Select Destination Location: Choose where to install WinSCP (default location is recommended)
  • Select Additional Tasks: Choose optional tasks:
    • Create desktop icon
    • Create Quick Launch icon
    • Register to handle SFTP/SCP URLs
  • Commander Interface: Select your preferred interface:
    • Norton Commander interface: Dual-pane file manager (recommended for power users)
    • Explorer-like interface: Single-pane interface similar to Windows Explorer

Step 4: Complete Installation

  • Review your installation settings on the Ready to Install screen
  • Click Install to begin the installation process
  • Wait for the installation to complete (usually takes 1-2 minutes)
  • Click Finish to complete the setup