Dropbox clone that uses FTP (open-source): Beta feedback appreciated

[cyman]

https://code.google.com/p/iqbox-ftp/

Hi everyone- The Windows IQBox download is now available. I’m announcing it here first, so I can get feedback before the official beta release. (Link: https://code.google.com/p/iqbox-ftp/)

Features: -Uses FTPS standard (or FTP): 100% standards-based. -Realtime: Monitors local file changes without scanning. (When checking FTP it needs to scan, but future versions will use a changelog file.) -Lightweight app: No Java. Made in Python, like Dropbox. -Merge folders: Initial sync will merge local & server. -Automatically scans FTP server (optional): New files are downloaded automatically. -Sync multiple FTP sites to different folders. -Mac and Linux release date is now Mar 30/2014 but alphas will be available mid-Jan.

I know that the Internet is littered with failed open-source Dropbox clones, or DIY solutions that are complex. That’s why I did this. The difference is, we are laser-focused on (1) simplicity and (2) sync reliability.

The Plan: Make an FTPS-based client that lets you sync and share as easy as Dropbox. No special backend or non-standard protocols. Depending on demand, we’ll add local encryption. This is a long-term project. This is the beginning. For now, we just sync and link-sharing will be added later.

Positive and constructive feedback would be great. Bugs can be submitted on the Google Code page: https://code.google.com/p/iqbox-ftp/issues/list Direct Windows Download: http://goo.gl/QlIrv5

[skdjf]

FTP has to die!

[cyman]

It's the only standard for file transfer we have, and it can be secure. Why does it have to die? (NOTE: WebDav has even more issues but that's the only other standard.)