# Mobile File Transfer

> Professional photo transfer to FTP servers with metadata editing. (iPhone/iPad app by Canon Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-file-transfer/id1471278935 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Canon Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331269954)
- Category: Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.05/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2021-06-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-file-transfer/id1471278935/reviews.md

## What is Mobile File Transfer?

Canon Mobile File Transfer is an application for professional photographers to transfer photographed images to FTP, FTPS, or SFTP servers via mobile devices. 

[Key Features]
- Transfer camera images to mobile devices.
- Upload camera images to FTP, FTPS, or SFTP servers.
- "Auto transfer" for capturing and transferring images captured by the camera as they are, "Filter transfer" for transferring images based on set conditions, and "Select images to transfer" for transferring images by selecting specific images from the images in the camera are possible.
- Metadata, such as the photographer's name and image license information, can be added to images based on standards established by the IPTC*.
- For images to be transferred to FTP, SFTP, or FTPS servers, voice memos can be added and IPTC* metadata can be edited in the application.

[Supported Products]
- EOS-1D X Mark II (Firmware Version 1.1.0+) attached WFT**
- EOS-1D X Mark III (Firmware Version 1.2.0+)
- EOS R3
- EOS R5
- EOS R5 C
- EOS R6
- EOS R6 Mark II

[System requirement]
iOS 15.8/16.7/17.5

[Supported Images]
JPEG

[Terms and conditions]
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

[Important Notes]
- If application does not operate properly, try again after shutting down the application.
- Visit your local Canon Web pages for more details.

*IPTC： International Press Telecommunications Council
**WFT： Wireless File Transmitter

For customers using the Mobile File Transfer
Please make sure that you confirm and understand the following Cautions on Purchase and Use before installing this application.

Cautions on Purchase and Use
• The Delete Image on Camera Function in Camera Connect cannot be used on terminals installed with both this application and Camera Connect.
When deleting images stored on the camera (including any stored on inserted storage media) you must delete the images either by using the camera itself or by uninstalling this application on the terminal in question and using the Delete Image on Camera Function in Camera Connect.

Mobile File Transfer is not available unless you purchase a subscription.
The offer will begin immediately after purchasing a subscription.

Mobile File Transfer is a subscription-based application. Upon initial registration, after your free trial period of 1 month, a fee per month will be charged to your Apple ID. The next date to be charged for this application can be found in your account settings on the App Store. If it is during the free trial period, you will be charged on the renewal date.

Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled 24 hours before the end of the current period, and you will continue to be charged. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase.

Regarding purchase conditions, refer to this app's page in the App Store.
https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1471278935

## Key features

- Transfer camera images to mobile devices
- Upload to FTP, FTPS, SFTP servers
- Auto transfer and filter transfer options
- Add and edit IPTC metadata
- Add voice memos to images

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription App | $4.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-file-transfer/id1471278935/reviews.md

### 1/5 — So disappointing

*2025-06-09, version 1.5.1*

The software doesn’t work. It then directs you to another app which also doesn’t work. This is incredibly disappointing.  What a scam

### 2/5 — Mobile file transfer

*2025-02-12*

Used this app for years. Now is telling me that I need to pay but the worse is that it charged me 5.99 and still doesn’t work.. what a scam

### 5/5 — Terrible

*2024-12-25*

I can even use this app wish my camera.!!

### 1/5 — Terrible not worth the money. Does not support most devices.

*2024-12-22*

This app is horrible. I used to use the canon mobile file transfer app. It told me that I needed to download this new app. Then it proceeded to charge me a monthly subscription of $5.99 a month. Which is ridiculous for personal use. After going through the hassle of trying to connect my camera. After I connect it, it says my camera is no longer supported. Literally useless. This app is terrible. Canon needs to reinstate the old app and stop charging for applications that we can’t even use!

### 1/5 — Another subscription!

*2024-11-04, version 1.5.1*

Why, as someone already mentioned we buy the camera and the phone ffs!

### 1/5 — Be so for real you jerks.

*2024-10-31*

Used the app for years and now I have to pay. lol be for real just won’t use it anymore.

### 1/5 — Not paying a penny !

*2024-08-31, version 1.5.0*

What a joke, money grabbing b*stards! I’ve been saving for years to buy the gear I wanted and now as I finally have it I have to pay for using the app to transfer my photos? Is it a scam?! 
No surprise more and more photographers are switching onto Nikon and Sony!  Canon sort yourself out!

### 1/5 — What are your product managers smoking?

*2024-05-18*

For real, nickel and diming us for a paid subscription after we drop thousands on equipment? Not a great look to say the least. Way to cut off your nose to spite your face, you can use my $5 to hire a PR firm. Ugh.

### 1/5 — 5000 dollars for a camera and there’s a 5 dollar subscription???

*2023-09-14*

I paid many thousands for a Canin camera and then I cannot download my images using the companies app unless I pay $5? Seriously?

### 1/5 — FTP is a pro shooter need - so why does this not have pro features?

*2023-08-26*

I shoot pro sports where images need to be relayed in real time to editors. Like everyone else who shoots pro sports, I use multiple bodies. Why in the world is there not capability to connect to multiple cameras simultaneously?

More importantly, why in the world is there not capability to simply connect a cable from my R5 to my iPhone and select the images? Am I insane for thinking this is an obvious need?

Additionally, I should be able to FTP any photos that I have in my library, not just the ones that have been transferred via the proprietary app.

I shoot regularly at a stadium where many others are Nikon/Sony shooters. They plug an ethernet port into their bodies and they FTP photos in a second. But Canon only allows this if you've shelled out money for their most expensive bodies.

I got an R5 over a 1DX because I knew Canon was going mirrorless and I wanted to stay up to date. But I've been penalized for buying an R5 prior to the release of the R3, apparently. Alright, fine, that's on me. But if you're going to make an alternative FTP solution for the "in between" cameras, why make something as half baked as this?

I'm frustrated. Please consider this feedback and know I'm not the only one with these issues.

## Frequently asked questions about Mobile File Transfer

### What does the Mobile File Transfer app do?

This application is designed for professional photographers to transfer photographed images from their cameras to mobile devices. It then enables secure uploads of these images to FTP, FTPS, or SFTP servers, streamlining the workflow for professionals.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include transferring camera images to your mobile device, uploading them to FTP, FTPS, or SFTP servers, and offering various transfer modes like 'Auto transfer', 'Filter transfer', and 'Select images to transfer'. It also allows for adding and editing IPTC metadata and voice memos to images.

### How much does Mobile File Transfer cost?

Mobile File Transfer is a subscription-based application. After an initial free trial period of one month, a monthly fee is charged to your Apple ID. You can manage and cancel your subscription through your App Store account settings.

### What devices and operating systems are supported?

The app supports specific Canon EOS camera models when attached to a WFT (Wireless File Transmitter) and requires iOS 15.8, 16.7, or 17.5. It supports the transfer of JPEG image files.

### Can I delete images from my camera using this app?

No, the 'Delete Image on Camera' function from Camera Connect cannot be used on terminals that have both this application and Camera Connect installed. To delete images from your camera, you must use the camera itself or uninstall this application and use Camera Connect's delete function.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2024-10-15

Minor bug fixes

### 1.5.0 — 2024-08-19

Information about the transition to new application Content Transfer Professional is available.

### 1.4.20 — 2024-04-26

Complied with Chinese regulations.

### 1.4.0 — 2023-03-28

Added sceeen lock function to prevent accidental operations.
Added function to change/edit FTP server before transfer.
Improved transfer progress display.
Added filter function for tansfer results.
Improved settings for selective and filtered transfers.
Added support for IIM format metadata.

### 1.3.31 — 2022-11-08

Added support for new Canon cameras (EOS R6 Mark II)

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