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How To Use The `scp` Command to Copy a File From Remote to Local (and Vice Versa)
Learn how to **use the `scp` (Secure Copy Protocol) command** to securely transfer files **between your local machine and a remote server** in both directions. This beginner-friendly tutorial covers everything you need to copy files from **remote to local** and **local to remote** using simple command-line instructions.
`scp` is a command-line utility that uses SSH to **securely transfer files and directories** between systems. It’s a must-have tool for system administrators, developers, and anyone working with remote Linux or cloud servers.
🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Tutorial:
* Basic syntax and structure of the `scp` command
* How to copy files from remote to local
* How to copy files from local to remote
* How to copy entire directories using the `-r` flag
* How to change SSH port with `-P`
* Common use cases and troubleshooting tips
📦 Prerequisites:
* Access to a remote machine with SSH enabled
* SSH credentials (username and IP or hostname)
* Terminal or Command Prompt with `scp` support (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
* For Windows 11 users: ensure OpenSSH Client is installed
📌 SCP Command Syntax Overview:
```bash
scp [options] source destination
```
🔸 Copy a File from Remote to Local:
```bash
scp user@remote_ip:/remote/path/to/file.txt C:\Users\YourName\Downloads\
```
🔸 Copy a File from Local to Remote:
```bash
scp C:\Users\YourName\Documents\file.txt user@remote_ip:/home/user/
``
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2025/07/05
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