Complete Guide to SFTP – Part 1: Concepts

Complete Guide to SFTP – Part 1: Concepts

SFTP, formally known as the SSH2 File Transfer Protocol, is a (relatively) new secure file transfer protocol that continues to evolve into a more widespread data standard due to its ease of use, straightforward configuration, and robust file/directory manipulation...
SFTP vs. FTPS.  Understanding the Difference.

SFTP vs. FTPS. Understanding the Difference.

What’s the difference between FTPS and SFTP? Both FTPS (formerly known as FTP over TLS/SSL) and SFTP (technically named the SSH2 File Transfer Protocol) are considered secure file transfer protocols. Despite their similar names, however, these protocols operate in...
SCP vs SFTP: Which is better?

SCP vs SFTP: Which is better?

SCP and SFTP are both used for transferring files, but one or the other protocol may be a better fit for your needs, depending on your requirements for speed, security and functionality. This article compares SCP and SFTP to help you choose which secure file transfer...
How does SFTP work? SFTP vs. FTP

How does SFTP work? SFTP vs. FTP

You’ve probably heard about SFTP and FTP, but you may be wondering what the difference is between the two protocols and how SFTP works in general.   When transferring data from a computer to a server (think of the server as a data container) or vice-versa, there are...