FTP Server
Meet the cloud FTP server that works with your existing storage
Couchdrop is an easy-to-use FTP & FTPS server with more than 20 cloud storage integrations, with file transfer automations that work like magic.




Thousands of private and public sector organisations choose Couchdrop






Why move your FTP server to the Cloud
Avoid the complexity and cost of traditional FTP servers with a 100% cloud-based FTP service
Traditional Hosted FTP
Self-managed infrastructure
- Server maintenance required
- Manual security patches and updates
- Doesn't connect to cloud storage
- Complex backup management
- Single point of failure
- High total cost of ownership
Couchdrop Cloud FTP
Zero infrastructure required
- Zero maintenance required
- Automatic security updates
- Native cloud storage connectors
- Built-in redundancy
- Global availability
- Predictable monthly cost
How to set up a cloud-based FTP server in seconds
See how Couchdrop makes it easy to set up an FTP server that links to your existing storage - all in less than 5 minutes and with no software to download
Couchdrop eliminates hardware headaches, automates file transfers, and provides robust security. No maintenance. No stress. Just complete control over your data.
It's FTP, made simple
Couchdrop eliminates hardware headaches, automates file transfers, and provides robust security—no maintenance, no stress, just complete control over your data.
One-click deployment
Your hosted FTP server is configured when you sign up and is ready to use immediately, working seamlessly with any FTP client.
Zero Infrastructure
No virtual machines, config files, or infrastructure to manage. Couchdrop handles everything for you and scales to meet your needs.
Connects to your storage
Use Couchdrop FTP to transfer files directly to your existing storage, with over 20 cloud platforms supported as well as on-prem file servers.
Cloud FTP Features
Everything you need to modernize and scale your FTP file transfers
Supported Protocols
- FTP with TLS encryption (FTPS)
- SFTP/SCP with SSH key support
- HTTPS web portal access
- Rest API endpoint
Modern Infrastructure
- Zero infrastructure deployment
- Global deployment zones
- Automatic scaling & updates
- 99.9% uptime guarantee
Enterprise Security
- HIPAA & GDPR compliance
- SSO & 2FA authentication
- IP filtering & access controls
- Advanced audit logging
Storage Integration
- 20+ cloud storage connectors
- SharePoint & Google Workspace
- External FTP and file servers
- 2TB Hosted storage included
Automation
- Event-based workflows
- Scheduled file transfers
- Webhooks & API integration
- Custom automation rules
Premium Support
- 24/7 technical support
- Priority issue resolution
- Implementation assistance
- Premium Support available
Support for FTP and SFTP
Couchdrop supports legacy FTP connections but recommends moving to more secure protocols like FTPS or SFTP
Keep FTP where needed
- Standard FTP support
- Maintain existing connections
- Add IP access controls
Enable secure options
- Add FTPS encryption
- Per-user protocol settings
- Enable transfer logging
Switch to SFTP
- SSH key authentication
- End-to-end encryption
- Compliance-ready
Connect to your online storage using FTP
Couchdrop connects directly to your existing storage platform to give you FTP, SFTP, transfer automations, shared links, and secure file upload/download portals.
Connect using any FTP client
Couchdrop allows you to browse and manage files in your connected storage using any standard FTP client
Award-winning support
Get help whenever you need it, with several ways to get in touch
Jump into chat
Fire a quick question directly to our technical team. No bots or outsourced support -- just human experts who know Couchdrop better than anyone.
Email a ticket
Email a ticket with any concerns or questions. For serious or complex issues, our team can schedule a 1-on-1 session with you to help with setup, configurations, or problems.
Emergency assistance
We have round-the-clock support for critical issues with a 6-hour response time for standard users at no cost and a 30-minute response SLA for enterprise customers.