How to Configure Sftp
SFTP is an application that utilizes SSH (Secure Shell) protocol to transfer files. It is more secure than FTP protocol as it encrypts the transferred data and prevents the sensitive data from being intercepted while transferring. You can set up your own SFTP file transfer but you need an FTP client supporting SFTP such as FileZilla, CoreFTP and WinSCP (see Resources.)
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Instructions
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Download and install FileZilla, CoreFTP or WinSCP on your computer. The usage of these SFTP clients is similar. Double click the installed software icon on your desktop to open the software. Click the "Site Manager" icon on the left panel of the SFTP software interface to bring up the site manager window. Input your Host address and Port which is provided by your SFTP server administrator. In server type, choose "SFTP-SSH File Transfer Protocol."
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Select "Normal" for your Logon type. Enter your username and password respectively. Click "Connect" to connect to your host. The connection will take a few seconds depending on your network speed.
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Click on your remote site tree view structure to view the remote files on the left panel of the SFTP client interface. Choose the right files to download. To upload, click your local computer to find the correct files on the right panel of the window.
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