Since Chrome no longer supports FTP natively, users must rely on external tools or specialized browser extensions: Description
The primary driver for removal was that native FTP lacks encryption, sending login credentials and data in plain text. While secure versions like FTPS and SFTP exist, Chrome never supported them natively. Ftp Client Chrome
Modern web browsing has shifted away from native support, and Google Chrome is a primary example of this change. As of 2026, Chrome no longer functions as a built-in FTP client, having completely removed the code to handle such links to improve security and browser performance. The Evolution and Removal of FTP in Chrome Since Chrome no longer supports FTP natively, users