Azure Files Integration

SFTP/FTP to Azure Files

Couchdrop's Azure Files connector enables transferring files via FTP/S, SFTP, and other secure protocols directly into Azure Files shares.

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The SFTP server built for Azure Files

Couchdrop works as a secure conduit for directly transferring files to and from Azure Files shares with no temporary storage layer. Use any file transfer method to securely move files in and out of Azure at will.

SFTP to Azure Files

Connect Azure Files to your Couchdrop cloud SFTP server to securely transfer files from any system directly into Azure. External parties can then connect to Azure Files shares using SFTP clients like FileZilla, Cyberduck, or WinSCP with granular permissions and access levels to download and/or upload files directly.

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Secure web portal for document collection to Azure

Generate secure, branded web portals where users can securely upload files directly to Azure Files shares without sharing platform access.

Extract and save email attachments to Azure Files

Create dedicated email addresses that automatically extract and save email attachments to Azure. Add optional security like expiration time and an email allow list, and update the email recipient to the mailbox address in your or your partners’ automated systems to automatically email files to Azure Files shares.

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Share files from Azure storage with other users

Share files directly from Azure Files or upload files to a secure temporary location in hosted storage where external parties can download them using a secure sharing link. Add optional security settings like password protection and one-time usage for further protection.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you connect an Azure Files account to Couchdrop?

Azure Files is connected as a Storage Integration in Couchdrop. Admins can create a new Storage connection from any page and name how the connection will appear in Couchdrop’s virtual file system.

Can I connect multiple Azure Files shares to Couchdrop?

Yes, you can create connections to multiple Azure Files shares with Couchdrop. Each connection counts as one endpoint, and you can have as many endpoints as your plan allows.

Why Couchdrop?

Couchdrop is the simple, secure way to transfer files to and from Azure storage

Securely transfer files with the cloud-native modern file transfer platform that is simple, secure, and easy to use.

Instant deployment with zero infrastructure

Forget about setting up servers, provisioning VMs, and managing complex job settings. Couchdrop connects to Azure Files to let you securely transfer files with no infrastructure management.

No temporary storage, no files stored

Couchdrop works a pipe to securely move data from one platform to another with end-to-end encryption. There’s no temporary storage layer and Couchdrop never stores the files at any point.

Any protocol, any storage platform

Use Azure Files as an endpoint to securely transfer files between Azure Files shares and any system that supports FTP/S, SFTP, AS2, or S3 connections.

Automate secure files transfers

Create secure transfer workflows with Azure Files without code. Add file processing actions like renaming, encrypt/decrypt, and use event-based triggers or run automations on a schedule.

Secure by design with end-to-end encryption

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Enterprise-grade security controls
No user files stored

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