Easily and Securely Sync Files and Folders with Secure FTP
Enjoy streamlined, reliable, and secure file transfers.
Sync Files and Folders for Windows, Linux, and Mac Operating Systems
SolarWinds® Serv-U is compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems, allowing users to sync files and folders across different platforms seamlessly. Regardless of hardware, Serv-U’s cross-platform compatibility helps ensure that data remains consistent and accessible, which is vital for organizations with diverse IT environments.
Remotely sync files and folders with FTP Voyager JV client
Thanks to the FTP Voyager® JV client, a web client included with Serv-U® MFT (Managed File Transfer), remotely transferring and syncing files and folders is easy, regardless of operating system. FTP Voyager JV client is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux systems and requires no configuration or desktop installation. Instead, it uses a web-based Java app and supports folder synchronization over the web. It also provides the FTP client elements users know and love, such as thumbnails, a transfer queue, a preview pane, and a side-by-side transfer window.
Streamline File Transfers Over the Web
Thanks to the Serv-U web client, you don’t need an external FTP client. Instead, you can simply log into the Serv-U file server and gain access to all your files. You can upload, download, and delete files quickly thanks to Serv-U’s drag-and-drop functionality without disrupting folder trees and file tree structures. Whether on a desktop computer, laptop, iPad, or smartphone, you can complete file transfers with an internet connection.
Multi-Factor Authentication for Security
Serv-U offers multi-factor authentication options to provide additional security and peace of mind. To use them, you’ll need to install an authenticator app on your mobile device that supports time-based one-time passwords. Examples include Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, and Twilio Authy.
Alternatively, you can use Active Directory and LDAP for authentication. Thanks to the MFA Status feature, you can also check a specific user’s MFA status.
Gain Peace of Mind with Serv-U’s Security Protocols
Protecting your organization is important—and Serv-U uses SSH File Transfer Protocol and SSL security protocols to encrypt data transfer and safeguard files while in transit and at rest, enabling safe file access and transfer. SSL can help secure FTP and Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP, while SSH2 supports SFTP. Serv-U's security protocols can also help you demonstrate compliance with regulations like PCI DSS, HIPAA, FISMA, and SOX.
Get More on FTP Synchronization
What is FTP Synchronization?
FTP synchronization refers to the process of keeping copies of files and directories on a local computer or system in sync with copies of the same files on a remote FTP server. FTP synchronization involves updating the contents of the file in one location to match the other, ensuring that the file remains consistent and up to date regardless of the user, device, or location.
The FTP synchronization process begins with a comparison. The file sync software will find and compare files and directories between the local file and system versus the remote file and remote server. The FTP synchronizer will look for any differences in file content, size, or modification timestamps.
If it detects any discrepancies between the local folder and the remote folder, the file sync software will update the files to ensure that both locations are identical. In some cases, this means uploading new or modified files from the local system to the FTP server. It might involve downloading new or modified files from the FTP server to the local system.
Sometimes, the FTP synchronization tool will then delete files that are no longer present in the source location to ensure that files in both local and remote locations are identical.
Finally, it’s time for conflict resolution. If the tool detects any conflicting changes, such as a file that has been modified on a local computer and on a remote server, it may offer resolution options. Usually, this means automatically keeping the latest version of the file or asking the end user which version they would prefer to keep.
What is FTP Synchronization?
FTP synchronization refers to the process of keeping copies of files and directories on a local computer or system in sync with copies of the same files on a remote FTP server. FTP synchronization involves updating the contents of the file in one location to match the other, ensuring that the file remains consistent and up to date regardless of the user, device, or location.
The FTP synchronization process begins with a comparison. The file sync software will find and compare files and directories between the local file and system versus the remote file and remote server. The FTP synchronizer will look for any differences in file content, size, or modification timestamps.
If it detects any discrepancies between the local folder and the remote folder, the file sync software will update the files to ensure that both locations are identical. In some cases, this means uploading new or modified files from the local system to the FTP server. It might involve downloading new or modified files from the FTP server to the local system.
Sometimes, the FTP synchronization tool will then delete files that are no longer present in the source location to ensure that files in both local and remote locations are identical.
Finally, it’s time for conflict resolution. If the tool detects any conflicting changes, such as a file that has been modified on a local computer and on a remote server, it may offer resolution options. Usually, this means automatically keeping the latest version of the file or asking the end user which version they would prefer to keep.
FTP synchronizer software for smooth transfers and synchronization
Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server
- Take advantage of cross-platform compatibility to keep all files synced, regardless of operating system.
- Quickly, reliably, and remotely sync files and folders.
- Gain peace of mind with multi-factor authentication and advanced security protocols.