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What is the default SFTP Port - and other FAQs about SFTP Ports

Ever wonder why SFTP uses port 22 by default? Or how to change it without breaking everything? Uncover the secrets of SFTP with Couchdrop.

SFTP 2 min read

What is an SFTP Server?

Learn about SFTP servers, what is an SFTP server, how to connect to an SFTP server and how to deploy an SFTP server in a modern environment

SFTP 2 min read

Automating file transfers with SFTP

Streamline your file transfer process with automated SFTP that can reduce errors and increase efficiency across your organization.

SFTP 6 min read

A comprehensive guide to Secure File Transfer Protocol

Think that SFTP is used just for file transfers? Read our comprehensive guide on SFTP to learn more about SFTP and how extensive and widely used it is.

SFTP 11 min read

What is SFTP - it's not Secure File Transfers

Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) enables encrypted file transfers over SSH. This post explains SFTP servers, clients, automation, and when to use SFTP vs FTP and other protocols.

SFTP 3 min read

HIPAA Compliance requirements for PHI file transfers

HIPAA data compliance for file transfers requires that strict standards are met. Find out more about how organizations must handle HIPAA file transfers.

SecurityHIPAA 4 min read

FTP vs. SFTP vs. SCP vs. Rsync - What's the difference between the protocols?

There are several transfer protocols to move files, each with its own pros and cons. Here we cover the differences between SFTP, FTP, SCP, and Rsync.

SFTP 7 min read

Why is secure file transfer for HIPAA important?

HIPAA secure file transfers have strict regulations and additional requirements to ensure Protected Health Information (PHI) is not compromised.

SecurityHIPAA 4 min read

Securing FTP and SFTP file transfers with antivirus and malware protection

The best way to protect against malware and viruses is to utilize all of the functionality available to you like SFTP with antivirus and malware protection

SFTPSecurity 2 min read

What is Managed File Transfer?

Couchdrop is a Managed File Transfer (MFT) platform, but what exactly does that mean? We break down what an MFT is and how they can help organizations.

Managed File Transfer 6 min read