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What is an SSH Key and how are they used for SFTP?

An SSH key is an authentication method used to establish a secure connection with remote systems and can be used for extra security for SFTP connections.

SFTP 4 min read

HIPAA 2025 Updates: Proposed new requirements for healthcare data

Learn about proposed HIPAA 2025 changes including encryption of ePHI, strengthened security measures, and required documentation that may come into effect.

SecurityHIPAA 6 min read

Running SFTP at scale with modern file transfer architecture

SFTP at scale can be a challenge with traditional on-prem setups, something modern file transfer architecture can both simplify and functionally expand.

SFTP 7 min read

Transfer business files securely without using temporary storage

File transfers using temporary storage carry some risks. Learn more about those risks and how to transfer files securely without using temporary storage.

SecurityManaged File Transfer 4 min read

What is AS2?

When it comes to transferring files, what is AS2, and how is it different from other transfer protocols? We give a brief overview of the fundamentals here.

AS2 7 min read

Self-hosted vs Managed SFTP Services

There are two main approaches to implementing SFTP, self-hosting an SFTP server and using a managed service. We explore the advantages of each of them here

SFTP 7 min read

How are ETL, ELT, and Managed File Transfer different?

MFT, ETL, and ELT can all move files between different systems, so how are they different? Find out in our quick overview comparing the three.

Managed File Transfer 6 min read

MFT vs SFTP vs iPaaS: What's the difference?

MFT, SFTP, and iPaaS are all used for moving data, but have different use cases. We cover the three options and the differences between them in this comparison.

SFTPManaged File TransferiPaaS 8 min read

Moving files using SFTP in the command line

Master SFTP file movement with step-by-step commands and real-world examples with these common SFTP commands for uploading, downloading, and renaming files

SFTP 5 min read

SFTP Command Line: Essential CLI Commands (+ Cheat Sheet)

Your complete reference for SFTP command line operations. Covers navigation, file transfers, and shell integration, plus a downloadable cheat sheet.

SFTP 4 min read