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Bitvise SSH Client
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What it is
Bitvise SSH Client is a Windows application for opening SSH connections, transferring files with SFTP, and forwarding network traffic. Its graphical SFTP client supports resumable and recursive transfers, directory mirroring with compatible SFTP v6 servers, and mapping SFTP storage as a Windows drive. The integrated terminal works with bvterm, xterm, and VT-100 and can record sessions. Authentication includes Ed25519, ECDSA, and RSA public keys, plus organization-wide single sign-on through Kerberos 5 and NTLM using SSPI. Port forwarding supports SOCKS4, SOCKS4A, SOCKS5, HTTP CONNECT proxies, and SSH jump proxy connections. Command-line clients automate SFTP transfers, remote execution, terminal access, and tunneling, including unattended use. The client supports 32-bit and 64-bit Windows desktop and server editions from Windows XP SP3 and Server 2003 through Windows 11 and Server 2025. Bitvise lists free use in all environments; an optional paid license is available. An SSH server is required.
For and against
For
- Free use in all types of environments
- Resumable and recursive SFTP transfers
- Terminal recording with three terminal types
- Multiple public-key and single sign-on methods
- Command-line automation supports unattended use
Against
- Windows platform only
- Requires an SSH server
- Optional paid license has separate pricing
- No free trial
The verdict
Bitvise SSH Client combines terminal access, SFTP, tunneling, and automation in one Windows program. Its requirement for a separate SSH server is central to how it operates.
Who it suits
It suits Windows administrators and users who need SSH terminal access, SFTP transfers, tunneling, or scripted remote operations. It is intended for environments that already provide an SSH server.
Plans and prices
Free
Free SSH Client use
Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitvise.com
Optional SSH Client license
Slightly stronger support and upgrade commitments · includes indemnification
Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitvise.com
On the record
- Authentication
- It supports Ed25519, ECDSA, and RSA public-key authentication, plus organization-wide single sign-on using Kerberos 5 and NTLM through SSPI (GSSAPI).bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Automation
- Command-line clients support scripted SFTP transfers, remote execution, terminal access, and tunneling, including unattended use.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Company history
- Bitvise says the company was formally founded in February 2001.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Data handling
- Bitvise says software runs under the user's control and does not send handled data to Bitvise; update checks and user-confirmed diagnostics or feedback can transmit limited information.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Limit
- The Client is a connectivity product and requires an SSH server to connect to; it cannot be used standalone.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Bitvise SSH Client initiates SSH connections for terminal access, port forwarding, and SFTP file transfers.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Security
- The client supports post-quantum key exchange outside FIPS mode, and Bitvise says its installers are cryptographically signed with recent installers using a DigiCert Extended Validation certificate.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Security attestations
- Bitvise says it has a Secure Software Development attestation based on NIST SP 800-218 SSDF v1.1, but does not complete third-party questionnaires.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- SFTP transfers
- Its graphical SFTP client supports resumable and recursive transfers, directory mirroring with compatible SFTP v6 servers, and mapping SFTP storage as a Windows drive.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support is primarily by email and Bitvise says it can usually reply within one business day; it advises users to have a basic understanding of SSH configuration.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Terminal
- The integrated terminal supports bvterm, xterm, and VT-100, and can record terminal sessions.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Tunneling
- Port forwarding includes dynamic tunneling through SOCKS4, SOCKS4A, SOCKS5, and HTTP CONNECT proxies, as well as SSH jump proxy connections.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Windows support
- The client supports 32-bit and 64-bit desktop and server versions of Windows, from Windows XP SP3 and Server 2003 through Windows 11 and Server 2025.bitvise.com · read 4 Oct 2026
