Windows FTP Alternative

Get a cloud SFTP running in 5 minutes. No server required.

Couchdrop is an SFTP that runs in the cloud. No infrastructure to deploy, no software to install, no maintenance required. Transfer files using your existing storage - Couchdrop works with SharePoint, S3, Azure, Google Cloud, and 30+ more platforms.

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Modern Cloud FTP

Couchdrop replaces your Windows FTP setup—and everything installed on it

Whether you’re running IIS, Cerberus, FileZilla Server, or another Windows SFTP solution—you're managing infrastructure instead of moving files. Couchdrop changes that.

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Deploy in minutes

Skip the installation. Cerberus, FileZilla Server, and other Windows FTP software take 15 minutes to install—then hours to configure properly. Couchdrop works immediately.

  • Sign up, connect your existing storage, add FTP/SFTP users
  • No IIS configuration, no firewall rules, no certificate setup
  • First file transfers in under 5 minutes

Easy to manage

Windows FTP management involves multiple tools and permission layers. Couchdrop handles all management through one modern interface.

  • Add users in 30 seconds, set folder permissions instantly
  • Audit logs show who uploaded what and when
  • API available for automation and bulk operations
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Zero overhead

Running Windows FTP means ongoing work. Updates. Certificates. Monitoring. Capacity planning. Couchdrop handles all infrastructure tasks automatically.

  • Automatic updates, patches, and certificate renewals
  • Scales automatically when load increases
  • 99.9% uptime—we handle the infrastructure

Couchdrop works with your existing storage platforms, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Azure Blob & Files, Windows Server and more

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“Couchdrop is a fast and easy to integrate option for getting an SFTP solution up and running in a SOC 2 compliant environment. We were able to go from finding the tool to implementing in less than a week, with the majority of our proof of concept accomplished in 1 day.”

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Security and compliance you can count on

  • SSO, MFA/2FA, and SIEM integrations
  • Granular access and protocol controls
  • Intrusion detection and configurable firewall
  • Over 99.99% uptime with no security breaches

Frequently asked questions

Can I migrate my existing users to Couchdrop?
Yes. You can manually add FTP and SFTP users through the dashboard or bulk import via API. Couchdrop supports the same authentication methods your users expect—username/password and SSH keys.
Will my existing FTP clients work with Couchdrop?
Yes. Couchdrop supports standard FTP, FTPS, and SFTP protocols. FileZilla, WinSCP, command-line clients, and automated scripts work without modification.
Does Couchdrop integrate with Active Directory?
Couchdrop supports SSO through SAML/OIDC providers including Azure AD and Okta. Users authenticate through your existing identity provider.
What are the costs compared to running FTP on Windows?
Couchdrop plans start at $50/month. Compare that to: Windows Server licensing, FTP software licenses, server hardware or VM costs, SSL certificates, and admin time. Most teams save money immediately.
Is Couchdrop as secure as running my own server?
Couchdrop is SOC 2 Type II certified, with HIPAA ready infrastructure available. End-to-end encryption, IP whitelisting, SSH keys, MFA, detailed audit logs. Many organizations find Couchdrop more secure than self-managed servers because patches and updates happen automatically.

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