Sync to SFTP, Amazon S3 and Other Clouds
Automate file sync to external SFTP servers, to and from S3, and with other cloud platforms with Hosted~FTP~’s custom workflows - built to match your exact business needs.
Sync to SFTP and Amazon S3
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Sync to S3
In many circumstances, there is a requirement to have files transferred by customers/3rd parties directly to your S3 buckets. There are significant problems with your customer setup and security in terms of providing them with access privileges to your S3 bucket. The Sync to S3 bucket file transfer solves this dilemma and provides a “secure gateway” to enable this functionality.
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Sync from S3
Equally as important is to be able to give customers/business partners the ability to download files/documents that are stored on your S3 buckets without providing access to your internal site.
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Sync to SFTP
The service also allows for files to be transferred to an external SFTP site as soon as a file is uploaded to a specific folder(s) from a specific user(s).
Key Features
Cloud-Based FTP Security
Secure file sharing with FTPS, SFTP, and HTTPS - deployed in your private AWS environment with enterprise encryption.
Unified File Transfer Platform
Consolidate FTP, SFTP, and cloud transfers into one scalable platform with centralized controls.
Granular Folder-Level Permissions
Set read, write, or upload-only access on any folder or subfolder - perfect for client or team-specific sharing.
Group & Role-Based Management
Control users by team or department with group-level quotas, admins, and permission delegation.
Global Availability & Scale
Deliver large or high-frequency file transfers across regions with elastic infrastructure.
Real-Time Transfer Notifications
Choose email notifications for uploads, downloads, or both in your shared folders.
Web Upload Plug-In
Add a Hosted~FTP~ upload form to your website for secure client file submissions via custom link.
Large File Transfer Support
Send and receive large files using our scalable AWS-powered backend. See the Features page for plan limits.
FAQ
Sync to SFTP, Amazon S3 and Other Clouds FAQ
What is Hosted~FTP~’s Sync to S3 feature?
Our Sync to S3 feature allows external clients to securely upload files directly into your Amazon S3 bucket – without giving them access to your AWS credentials or internal infrastructure.
Can users download files from my S3 bucket without having access to AWS?
Yes. Hosted~FTP~ enables secure, permission-based download access from your S3 bucket without exposing AWS permissions to customers or partners.
How does Hosted~FTP~ sync files to an external SFTP site?
You can configure Hosted~FTP~ to automatically push files to an external SFTP destination as soon as they are uploaded to a designated folder – fully automating your outbound sync workflows.
Is Hosted~FTP~ compatible with other cloud services besides Amazon S3?
Yes. While Amazon S3 is a key integration, Hosted~FTP~ also supports syncing with other FTP/SFTP environments through custom workflow configuration.
What security measures are in place for cloud-based transfers?
File syncs use secure transfer protocols (FTPS, SFTP, HTTPS) and run within the AWS environment. Hosted~FTP~ also provides 256-bit AES encryption. Granular folder permissions and user roles provide additional layers of control.
Can I control access to synced folders for different users or teams?
Yes. With folder-level permissions and group/role-based access control, you can assign read, write, or upload-only permissions per team, client, or user group.
How do I know when a file has been uploaded or synced?
Choose email notifications for uploads, downloads, or both in your shared folders.
Can I embed a file upload tool on my own website?
Yes. You can use our Web Upload Plug-In to add a secure file submission form directly on your website – great for receiving files from clients or partners.
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