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What is Extended Passive Mode in FTP? Explained Simply

Expert Opinion Apr 29, 2025

What is Extended Passive Mode in FTP? Explained Simply

Ever seen an FTP message like Entering Extended Passive Mode (|||34647|) and wondered what it means? This post breaks down Extended Passive Mode (EPSV) in simple terms — what it is, why it’s used, and how it affects your FTP transfers. Ideal for developers, sysadmins, and anyone managing file transfers.

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