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Altap Salamander

Free#10 of 100 in File Manager Software

Altap Salamander: A free Windows file manager with broad built-in tools and remote access. Ranked #10 of 100 in File Manager Software by our editors (8.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for windows users wanting a free all-rounder.

8.2/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.2 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Windows users wanting a free all-rounder
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Supported platforms
Windows
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Freeware for commercial and non-commercial use
- Dual panels, archives, viewers, comparison and batch renaming
- FTP, FTPS, SCP and SFTP connectivity with plugins and scripting
Where it doesn't
- Windows-only availability
- No AI features
- Closed-source software

Our verdict on Altap Salamander

Altap Salamander is a two-panel file manager for Windows aimed at users who want more than basic copy-and-paste operations. It covers everyday tasks such as copying, moving, renaming and deleting files, while also adding archive handling, directory creation, file viewing and directory comparison. The freeware release is available for commercial and non-commercial use and includes all plugins, with both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. It is a practical fit for Windows users who prefer a traditional file-management workspace with a broad set of utilities in one application.

The published freeware plan adds substantial scope without introducing paid tiers: archive browsing, extraction and packing sit alongside batch renaming with rules, preview and undo. Built-in viewers support text, binary, image, database and multimedia formats, while deleted-file recovery, encryption, checksums and disk-space analysis extend the tool beyond navigation. Plugin architecture and Windows scripting automation provide additional room for customization. This breadth suits technical users, administrators and anyone managing varied file types, though users seeking a simpler interface may find the range of tools more than they need.

Remote and cloud-related workflows are supported through FTP, FTPS, SCP and SFTP, with integrations listed for Dropbox, Google Drive and Microsoft SkyDrive. The product remains focused on Windows rather than offering a cross-platform setup, and AI features are not part of its feature set. Choose Altap Salamander if you want a free Windows file manager with dual panels, remote protocols, recovery, encryption and extensibility. Choose another product if cross-platform availability, open-source access or AI-assisted file management is central to your requirements.

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Altap Salamander pricing

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Altap Salamander fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	Windows
Dual-pane view	Yes
Tabbed interface	Not verified
Batch rename	Yes
Archive support	Yes
Cloud storage access	Yes
Portable version	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Support	Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	7 integrations: FTP, FTPS, SCP, SFTP, Dropbox, Google Drive …
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	altap.cz
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

Altap Salamander integrations

Altap Salamander lists 7 integrations on its own site.

FTP
FTPS
SCP
SFTP
Dropbox
Google Drive
Microsoft SkyDrive

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