FileBrowser
FileBrowser is an iPhone and iPad file manager for reaching files across computers, network drives, cloud storage, FTP, WebDAV, and other services.
What FileBrowser is
FileBrowser is an iPhone and iPad file manager for reaching files across computers, network drives, cloud storage, FTP, WebDAV, and other services. It connects to Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, NAS devices, USB drives, and network shares through SMB, FTP, FTPS, SFTP, and WebDAV. Listed cloud providers include Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, and Nextcloud; GO and Professional add SharePoint, Microsoft Azure, Amazon S3, and OneDrive for Business. You can copy, move, bulk-rename, and edit files, plus merge or reorder PDFs. Music and video can stream or download for offline playback with Chromecast, AirPlay, and Bluetooth. Connections can appear in the iOS Files app for access by other apps. Standard FileBrowser focuses on access and organization; GO and Professional add folder sync, backup, and automation. The maker says no user data is collected and no account or email is required. Password, Touch ID, or Face ID locks are available.
Good
- Broad network protocol support
- Cloud connections across major providers
- Offline media playback
- iOS Files app integration
- No account or email registration required
Watch out
- No free plan
- Standard edition lacks folder synchronization
- Apple system files remain inaccessible
- Additional cloud connectors require higher editions
Who it suits
It suits iPhone and iPad users managing files across computers, servers, network storage, and cloud accounts. GO targets power users needing syncing, while Professional targets business and advanced workflows.
Verdict
FileBrowser gives iOS users centralized access to remote, cloud, and network files with media playback and document tools. Choose GO or Professional when synchronization, automation, or expanded cloud connections are required.
Plans and prices
From FileBrowser's own pricing page, checked 29 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| FileBrowserGO | $0.99 a month | Power-user edition · 14-day free trial · Subscription |
| FileBrowser | $7.99, paid once | Standard edition · iPhone and iPad · One-off purchase |
| FileBrowser Professional | $14.99, paid once | Professional edition · iPhone and iPad · One-off purchase |
The facts
Each one read from FileBrowser's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Backup and sync
- GO and Professional provide folder sync, backup, and automation tasks, while standard FileBrowser does not include these features.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Cloud integrations
- Listed providers include Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, and Nextcloud; GO and Professional editions add services including SharePoint, Microsoft Azure, Amazon S3, and OneDrive for Business.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Compatibility limit
- The FAQ says Apple does not allow apps to access iPhone or iPad system files.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Edition limits
- The standard edition does not include folder sync, scheduled tasks, advanced automation, or the additional cloud connectors listed for GO and Professional.checked 29 Sep 2026
- File management
- The app supports copying and moving files, bulk renaming, in-place document editing, and PDF merging and reordering.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes standard FileBrowser for basic file access, GO for power users and syncing, and Professional for business and advanced workflows.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Media
- It can stream or download video and music for offline playback and supports Chromecast, AirPlay, and Bluetooth.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Network access
- It connects to Mac, Windows, Linux, NAS, USB drives, and network shares using protocols including SMB, FTP, FTPS, SFTP, and WebDAV.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Paid from
- 7.99checked 21 Sep 2026
- Privacy
- The maker says FileBrowser does not collect user data and does not require account registration or an email address.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- FileBrowser provides iPhone and iPad file management for accessing and organizing files across computers, cloud storage, FTP, WebDAV, and network drives.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Security
- The app can be locked with a password, Touch ID, or Face ID, and stored connection passwords use the iOS Keychain.checked 29 Sep 2026
- SMB security
- FileBrowserGO supports encrypted SMB3 shares; the comparison lists enterprise-level encrypted SMB3 for Professional.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Support
- The maker directs bug reports to [email protected].checked 29 Sep 2026
The company
- Founded
- 2009checked 28 Sep 2026
Money
- Free plan
- Nochecked 21 Sep 2026
Where it runs
- iOS integration
- FileBrowser can expose its connections through the iOS Files app so other apps can access files using the iOS file picker.checked 29 Sep 2026
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