Securely transfer files with Google Cloud Storage as the storage layer

The Google Cloud Storage connector allows you to integrate GCS buckets with Couchdrop and use them as endpoints for sending and receiving files. This connector acts as a virtual folder, allowing direct access to files within the GCS bucket in Couchdrop.

The Google Cloud Storage connector is compatible with all file transfer methods and tools including Shared Links, Mailboxes, Upload Portals, and automations.

Once connected, a folder for the Google Cloud connection will be added to Couchdrop. From that folder, users can list objects in the designated bucket, as well as upload, download, and delete files according to the access permissions you configure. This allows internal and external teams to access files via SFTP, FTP, or any other supported protocol while being scoped to access and actions that you set.

Couchdrop connects to GCS buckets by creating a service account and uploading the JSON file to Couchdrop. Files are transferred through Couchdrop, but are not stored at rest on Couchdrop infrastructure.

You can add multiple buckets by creating a separate connection for each bucket.

• Use GCS buckets as a source or destination for secure file transfers
• List, Create, Modify, and Delete files in Google Cloud Storage buckets from Couchdrop
• Access files in GCS buckets via FTP, SFTP, FTPS, or through the Couchdrop interface
• Apply granular folder permissions for different users
• Automate file transfers and file processing with Google Cloud Storage files

1. Create a new storage connection for Google Cloud and choose a name for how the virtual folder will appear in Couchdrop, e.g., Google Storage Bucket
2. Provide the bucket details and Service account JSON file
3. Choose a location within the bucket to act as the root (Optional)
4. Add users to access the GCS bucket or configure transfers to/from the folder