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WinCrypt SSH AgentPuTTY
Free

Free and open source under the Apache-2.0 licence.

 Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

Windows Windows, Linux, macOS
  • Uses keys from the Windows Certificate Store
  • Works with YubiKeys and other smart cards for SSH
  • One small executable that runs without installation
  • A full suite: PSCP and PSFTP for files, Plink for scripts, Pageant as a key agent
  • Windows only
  • Infrequent updates, last commit in 2024
  • The interface shows its age next to modern terminals
  • There is no Mac port from the project; the Unix build is X11-based
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License: MIT
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

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