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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.

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Couchdrop's SFTP server dashboard

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.