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Secure Encrypted File Sharing Service

Transfer files safely inside and outside your organization, regardless of their size, with Serv-U MFT Server.

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Share Files Safely
Use Common Protocols
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Protect business data with safe file sharing software

File sharing is a crucial component of any business. Files are constantly traveling between users and devices and can contain confidential information. Secure FTP file transfers can help make it easier to transfer files to the people who need them without exposing yourself to potential risks, ensuring peace of mind.

SolarWinds Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server (Serv-U MFT) comes with built-in security features designed to make secure file sharing for business easier. With Serv-U MFT, you can set files to be password-protected, automatically expire, and be deleted after a configurable period. The storage solution also offers automatic IP lockouts to prevent brute-force attacks. You can even use FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography as needed for added security.

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Maintain security while using the most common file sharing protocols

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With Serv-U MFT, you can use the software you already have—and your employees are used to using—to help securely transfer files. The SolarWinds solution supports the five most common file transfer protocols: FTP, FTPS, SFTP, HTTP, and HTTPS. Clients for each protocol can connect to Serv-U without needing to install any additional software. For example, for FTP, any FTP client, including FTP Voyager, FTP scripts, tablets, desktops, servers, and smartphones, can connect to Serv-U safely without needing to install any extra software. The Serv-U client allows you to download, edit, and upload files from any desktop web browser.


Secure file sharing lets users send files to and request files from anyone. When deployed in your data center, Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server provides this popular “ad hoc” file transfer service to your end users on your existing infrastructure, and under the control of your existing security policy. Safe file sharing is now easier with a host of advanced features, like the ability to share files that are already on the server and the ability to control server-wide settings.

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Make safe file sharing easy for anyone, no matter their level of experience

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The SolarWinds Serv-U MFT solution doesn’t require the installation of any additional software, making it easy for anyone to use, regardless of their level of experience with secure file sharing software.


Serv-U MFT includes features built to make it easier to share large files, such as:


  • Links to identify how to start sending or requesting files
  • Similar sending and requesting interfaces, meaning users only need to learn to use one interface instead of two
  • Optional file messages, expirations, and passwords, so you don’t need to jump through extra hoops for files that don’t require extra security measures
  • A progress bar during file uploads
  • Customizable email notifications that can clearly explain what to do next
  • Automated file management support to delete files after a set time interval
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Share files from anywhere with a file sharing solution that functions across device types

Sometimes you need to view or share a file from a device that isn’t your work computer. Whether it’s a smartphone, a tablet, or even an e-reader, SolarWinds Serv-U MFT has you covered. You can use the solution on desktops and servers as usual, but the Serv-U mobile interface takes it even further. You can view documents from popular apps on Apple and Android mobile devices, in addition to e-readers like the Kindle Fire. The Serv-U management console is also accessible from any web browser or tablet.


Serv-U MFT Server is designed to take accessibility and ease to use one step further, offering various user management options. These include the ability to integrate with Microsoft Active Directory and LDAP servers, allowing for seamless synchronization to your AD database with the Serv-U MFT Server. This integration can allow you to quickly add users, and users can also log in to Serv-U with their AD domain credentials when Windows authentication is enabled in Serv-U settings.


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Install and configure your file sharing platform, typically in minutes

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When selecting your secure file sharing solution, look to an option that simplifies file deployment and maintenance across your environments. With SolarWinds Serv-U MFT Server, you can deploy the solution in your data center, virtual machine, or private cloud. The solution also makes it easier to leverage existing NAS, DB, monitoring, firewall, and other IT infrastructure. Also, instead of taking hours to install and configure, you can typically complete the entire Serv-U MFT setup in just a few minutes.

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Get More on Secure File Sharing for Business

Do you find yourself asking…

  • What is secure file sharing?
  • What file sharing software features can help with security?
  • Cloud-based storage vs. FTP server storage
  • How is Serv-U designed to secure FTP file transfers?
  • Related Resources and Tools

Secure file sharing enables users to send files to and request files from anyone, while also helping to protect the sensitive information that may be contained within those files. Secure file sharing typically involves a managed file transfer (MFT) solution that utilizes various security protocols, such as two-factor authentication, expiration dates, and end-to-end encryption, to ensure that sensitive documents are transferred safely. Some of the best secure file sharing solutions can allow you to continue using an “ad hoc” file transfer approach while helping to eliminate potential security vulnerabilities.


It enables secure file transfer of sensitive files without the need for worrying about unauthorized access that can lead to data breaches. It hands out to administrators complete control over data security.

When it comes to choosing the right file sharing software for your organization, security and retention features can help ensure safer file transfers. If you’re looking for a solution with important security features for file sharing included, look for a tool that can offer:

  • The ability to automatically expire and delete files after a configurable period
  • Optional passwords to protect individual sets of shared or requested files (and the ability to avoid passwords for files that don’t include sensitive data and don’t need an added layer of security or permissions)
  • Automatic IP lockouts to help prevent brute-force attacks
  • HTTPS sessions that use the SSL certificate (X.509) of your choice
  • Support for multiple (SSH/SFTP) keys per user
  • FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography, if you need it
  • Various encryption options for transferring files
  • Individual ciphers and MACs you can enable or disable based on the specific security requirements of each file


While these security features are helpful, it’s also important to choose a solution that can make it easier for users to securely transfer files, so no one is tempted to sacrifice security for the sake of easier file sharing.

When it comes to file sharing, people often debate the relative merits of cloud storage services vs. FTP server storage space. While there are some differences in how the two options approach storage and file transfer, they largely perform the same functions.

 

FTP server storage: FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used to transfer files from one host to another over the Internet. It can handle large media files that may be too large for browsers to handle. To access FTP files, you need to have an FTP client in place. Like cloud-based storage, some FTP server storage solutions can also support file transfers anywhere, anytime, using web and mobile interfaces.

 

Cloud-based storage: When it comes to file sharing, cloud-based storage means storing files in a virtual space that can be accessed by users from anywhere. Common providers include Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive. Often used in an ad-hoc manner, these solutions don’t tend to meet compliance standards for data protection.

 

Overall, using a file transfer tool with built-in FTP storage can potentially help ensure better security and functionality, as the IT software is designed for file sharing rather than sharing access to a cloud-based storage solution, making sure that files reach the intended recipient.

SolarWinds Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server (MFT) is designed to simplify the process of securing FTP file transfers for all users within your organization, allowing them to send and request files from anywhere, at any time, in a secure way.

When deployed in your data center, Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server can provide “ad hoc” file transfer services to your end users on your existing infrastructure and under the control of your existing security policy. Serv-U MFT also makes secure file sharing easier with advanced features, such as the ability to share files already on the server and control server-wide settings. Other security features include automatic IP lockouts, various encryption methods, the ability to set passwords for individual sets of files, and the ability to set time limits that automatically expire and delete files after a specified period, among others.

 

Serv-U MFT is also designed to be easy to use, for everyone from individual users to IT administrators who need to deploy and maintain compliance. Serv-U provides links to guide you through starting to send or request files, as well as customizable email notifications to clarify to next steps in the file transfer process. Serv-U also supports anonymous shares, with the ability to have file sharing “guests” automatically provisioned by email address.

 

Serv-U MFT helps make files easier to manage, with automated file management that allows to move or delete files after a specified time interval, as well as the ability to perform free-form searches on file shares on the server. End users also get access to recent share history, can request personal password reminders, and change their own passwords. To support auditing and monitoring, Serv-U can display sessions in real time, with options to kick or drill into active sessions. Additionally, all file transfer activity can be written to disk for additional analysis. Using the Serv-U events functionality, you can also configure Windows event logging and email alerts.

Other SolarWinds tools designed to support FTP connections:

  • Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server
  • Serv-U Gateway

Related resources:

  • 431, 450, 451, 452 FTP Response Codes
  • 225, 226, 227, 230 FTP Response Codes
  • 232, 234, 250, 253, 257 FTP Response Codes
  • 530, 532, 533, 534, 535 FTP Response Codes
  • FTP Commands: CWD, CDUP, PWD, RMD, DELE, SMNT, SITE
  • Business File Sharing
  • FTP Server PCI Compliance

  • Secure file sharing enables users to send files to and request files from anyone, while also helping to protect the sensitive information that may be contained within those files. Secure file sharing typically involves a managed file transfer (MFT) solution that utilizes various security protocols, such as two-factor authentication, expiration dates, and end-to-end encryption, to ensure that sensitive documents are transferred safely. Some of the best secure file sharing solutions can allow you to continue using an “ad hoc” file transfer approach while helping to eliminate potential security vulnerabilities.


    It enables secure file transfer of sensitive files without the need for worrying about unauthorized access that can lead to data breaches. It hands out to administrators complete control over data security.

  • When it comes to choosing the right file sharing software for your organization, security and retention features can help ensure safer file transfers. If you’re looking for a solution with important security features for file sharing included, look for a tool that can offer:

    • The ability to automatically expire and delete files after a configurable period
    • Optional passwords to protect individual sets of shared or requested files (and the ability to avoid passwords for files that don’t include sensitive data and don’t need an added layer of security or permissions)
    • Automatic IP lockouts to help prevent brute-force attacks
    • HTTPS sessions that use the SSL certificate (X.509) of your choice
    • Support for multiple (SSH/SFTP) keys per user
    • FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography, if you need it
    • Various encryption options for transferring files
    • Individual ciphers and MACs you can enable or disable based on the specific security requirements of each file


    While these security features are helpful, it’s also important to choose a solution that can make it easier for users to securely transfer files, so no one is tempted to sacrifice security for the sake of easier file sharing.

  • When it comes to file sharing, people often debate the relative merits of cloud storage services vs. FTP server storage space. While there are some differences in how the two options approach storage and file transfer, they largely perform the same functions.

     

    FTP server storage: FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used to transfer files from one host to another over the Internet. It can handle large media files that may be too large for browsers to handle. To access FTP files, you need to have an FTP client in place. Like cloud-based storage, some FTP server storage solutions can also support file transfers anywhere, anytime, using web and mobile interfaces.

     

    Cloud-based storage: When it comes to file sharing, cloud-based storage means storing files in a virtual space that can be accessed by users from anywhere. Common providers include Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive. Often used in an ad-hoc manner, these solutions don’t tend to meet compliance standards for data protection.

     

    Overall, using a file transfer tool with built-in FTP storage can potentially help ensure better security and functionality, as the IT software is designed for file sharing rather than sharing access to a cloud-based storage solution, making sure that files reach the intended recipient.

  • SolarWinds Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server (MFT) is designed to simplify the process of securing FTP file transfers for all users within your organization, allowing them to send and request files from anywhere, at any time, in a secure way.

    When deployed in your data center, Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server can provide “ad hoc” file transfer services to your end users on your existing infrastructure and under the control of your existing security policy. Serv-U MFT also makes secure file sharing easier with advanced features, such as the ability to share files already on the server and control server-wide settings. Other security features include automatic IP lockouts, various encryption methods, the ability to set passwords for individual sets of files, and the ability to set time limits that automatically expire and delete files after a specified period, among others.

     

    Serv-U MFT is also designed to be easy to use, for everyone from individual users to IT administrators who need to deploy and maintain compliance. Serv-U provides links to guide you through starting to send or request files, as well as customizable email notifications to clarify to next steps in the file transfer process. Serv-U also supports anonymous shares, with the ability to have file sharing “guests” automatically provisioned by email address.

     

    Serv-U MFT helps make files easier to manage, with automated file management that allows to move or delete files after a specified time interval, as well as the ability to perform free-form searches on file shares on the server. End users also get access to recent share history, can request personal password reminders, and change their own passwords. To support auditing and monitoring, Serv-U can display sessions in real time, with options to kick or drill into active sessions. Additionally, all file transfer activity can be written to disk for additional analysis. Using the Serv-U events functionality, you can also configure Windows event logging and email alerts.

  • Other SolarWinds tools designed to support FTP connections:

    • Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server
    • Serv-U Gateway

    Related resources:

    • 431, 450, 451, 452 FTP Response Codes
    • 225, 226, 227, 230 FTP Response Codes
    • 232, 234, 250, 253, 257 FTP Response Codes
    • 530, 532, 533, 534, 535 FTP Response Codes
    • FTP Commands: CWD, CDUP, PWD, RMD, DELE, SMNT, SITE
    • Business File Sharing
    • FTP Server PCI Compliance

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  • Help prevent brute-force attacks with automatic IP lockouts
  • Encrypt transferred files to help ensure security
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