Extensions like "sFTP Client" or "Shared Network Folder" can be added via the Chrome Web Store to provide a file management interface directly within a browser tab.
The industry-wide trend is moving away from FTP in favor of more secure protocols. Most modern organizations now prefer for simple file downloads and SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) for administrative file management because both provide end-to-end encryption. 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 Extensions like "sFTP Client" or "Shared Network Folder"
Both Windows File Explorer and macOS Finder have built-in capabilities to connect to FTP servers natively. Modern web browsing has shifted away from native