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FTP Server for Windows
Cerberus is a secure and easy-to-use FTP Server built for Windows that has been trusted by thousands of organizations for over 20 years.
Powerful, Secure and Seamless FTP Server for Windows
Engineered for ease of use, security, compliance and a robust feature set, Cerberus FTP Server makes turnkey installation and management more accessible than ever on Windows.
Top rated FTP Server solution for Windows that is compatible with major protocols such as FTP, SFTP, FTPS, HTTP/S, SCP and secure public file sharing.
Host your Windows FTP Server on-premise, in the cloud with Amazon Web Service (AWS) and Microsoft Azure compatibility and in the browser with a customizable web portal.
Manage your FTP Server with an easy-to-use and robust set of management, automation, security, and auditing tools with detailed documentation and helpful support when you need it.
Data Transfer Security Over Any Protocol
Use the Server Manager to transfer via FTPS, SFTP, HTTPS, or SCP, with support for TLS 1.3, SSL cipher specification; RSA, DSA, and Elliptical Curve public and private keys; and Ephemeral Diffie-Hellman key exchange.
FIPS 140-2 Validated
Data transfer security certified to meet or exceed U.S. federal government data security standards.
File Transfer Integrity Checking
Using strong checksums based on SHA-512 or SHA-256 cryptographic hashes.
Streamlined Authentication and User Management
Easily manage and authenticate user accounts via Cerberus FTP Server’s user database, Active Directory or LDAP integration for Windows Server. Deploy fine-grained directory access restrictions across your organization, including authentication chaining, custom virtual directories, and temporary user accounts.
Two-Factor Authentication
Add a second layer of security with Okta, HOTP, DUO Security or your preferred application with Cerberus FTP Server’s 2FA options.
Syncronization Manager
Replicate all users and settings from a master server to any number of backup or clustered servers.
Client Certificate Verification
Via several different configuration options, including our OpenSSL command line tool.
SSH2 Public Key Authentication
Available in Cerberus FTP Server Professional Edition and above.
Ad Hoc Public File Sharing
Allow users to generate a unique, time-limited, public links to any file or folder and share files with anyone, even on mobile devices!
Try it out now with a 25-day free trial of our Windows FTP Server Software.
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- Live US-based phone & email support
- Bulletproof reliability
- Built for complete data control
- Trouble-free enterprise deployment
Full Cerberus FTP Server Feature List
Protocols
FTP, FTP/S, SFTP, SCP, HTTP/S
Advanced Security
SSH, SSL, FIPS 140-2
MFT Automation
Event, Alert & Sync Tools
Environments
Windows Server, Cloud & Virtual
Access Protection
IP, User & Protocol Restriction Tools
Account Management
AD, LDAP, 2FA, SSO & More
Auditing and Reporting
File Access, User and Admin Logging
Administration Tools
API, Sync Manager, & Other Tools
HTTPS Web Portal
Browser-Based Transfer from Any Device
Monitoring & Testing
Automated Network, Load and Access Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Auditing, Retention, & Encryption Tools
Award-Winning Support
Phone, Email, & 24/7/365
Industry-Focused Solutions
Cerberus FTP Server supports a wide range of industry and professional needs. Enhance data security, streamline operations, and ensure compliance with regulations.
Uncompromising Commitment To Customer Satisfaction
G2
4.8 / 5
Capterra
4.8 / 5
CNET Download
4.8 / 5
Recognized as an industry-leading secure FTP server
Trusted by Companies Like Yours
Uncompromising Customer Satisfaction
James Fayson
IT Service Owner, Duke Health Technology Solutions
Our users have found Cerberus to be straightforward. We have handled many service tickets over the past three years, and Cerberus has had the least number of issues, by far.
Jake Cloward
Support Manager, Companion Corporation
We’ve been using Cerberus for at least five years, and it’s been awesome. Everything’s been very simple and easy, and we haven’t come across any limitations. It always just seems to work.
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