News, guides, and insights from the FilePulse team.
How to replace cron-based polling with webhook-driven file processing. Covers the limitations of polling, a working webhook receiver example, and the idempotency and retry patterns that make event-driven pipelines reliable.
July 4, 2026
A practical reference for diagnosing SFTP failures. Covers connection errors, authentication problems, and SFTP status codes, plus a repeatable debugging workflow using verbose client output and server logs.
July 4, 2026
A practical guide to the best SFTP clients across Windows, macOS, Linux, and the command line, with honest notes on when to pick each one.
June 22, 2026
Mount a remote SFTP server as a local drive on Windows or macOS so files appear right in your file explorer. Free and paid options, with the tradeoffs of each.
June 22, 2026
A practical SFTP command reference covering connecting, navigating, transferring files, and using private keys, with copy-paste examples for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
June 22, 2026
SFTP and Amazon S3 solve overlapping problems in different ways. This guide explains the real differences, when each one wins, and how to expose object storage over SFTP.
June 22, 2026
AS2 and SFTP both move B2B files, but they solve different problems. A practical comparison of receipts, onboarding cost, partner mandates, and when each is the right call.
June 6, 2026
Evaluating an MFT vendor without being an engineer. Plain-language explanations, who to involve, the questions that matter, pricing traps to avoid, and what a healthy evaluation looks like.
May 16, 2026
A practical workflow for onboarding new SFTP partners: intake, provisioning, test transfers, go-live, and ongoing operations. Built so the third partner goes as smoothly as the first.
May 14, 2026
SFTP encrypts files in transit, but PGP encrypts them at rest and ties them to a specific recipient. Learn when layering PGP on top of SFTP is required, when it is overkill, and how the workflow looks in practice.
May 3, 2026
A practical guide to automating Shopify order exports to your ERP via SFTP, covering API extraction, file formatting, scheduling, idempotency, and inbound inventory sync.
April 26, 2026
A beginner-friendly guide to SSH keys for SFTP, covering key generation, server configuration, connecting with keys, and best practices for key management.
February 18, 2026
Learn how managed SFTP solves the challenges of B2B file exchange with per-partner isolation, encryption, audit trails, and streamlined onboarding.
February 15, 2026
Explore how to integrate SFTP and file transfer into DevOps and CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and GitLab CI, with best practices for security.
February 12, 2026
Learn practical techniques to optimize SFTP performance for large file transfers, including tuning SSH settings, parallel transfers, compression, and connection pooling.
February 9, 2026
Compare on-premises and cloud SFTP solutions across cost, security, compliance, scalability, and maintenance to determine the best fit for your organization.
February 6, 2026
A complete guide to audit logging for file transfers, covering what to log, retention policies, compliance requirements, and SIEM integration.
February 3, 2026
Discover how SFTP helps healthcare organizations meet HIPAA compliance requirements for secure file transfer of protected health information.
January 30, 2026
Learn how IP allowlists add an extra layer of security to your SFTP server by restricting access to trusted networks and partners.
January 26, 2026
Best practices for monitoring file transfers, including key metrics to track, alerting strategies, the difference between audit logging and monitoring, and integration with observability tools.
January 22, 2026
Learn how to set up automated SFTP file transfers using cron jobs, including SSH key configuration, scripting patterns, error handling, and when to consider a managed alternative.
January 18, 2026
Understand data sovereignty requirements and how they affect your file transfer infrastructure, with practical steps for staying compliant across regions.
January 14, 2026
Learn how to set up multi-tenant SFTP with proper user and data isolation, covering approaches from chroot to virtual filesystems and how FilePulse handles multi-tenancy.
January 10, 2026
A practical guide to selecting the best cloud storage backend for your SFTP server, comparing S3, GCS, and Azure Blob on cost, performance, compliance, and more.
January 6, 2026
Understand what virtual filesystems are, how they differ from physical directories, and how they enable flexible storage mapping, per-user views, and multi-cloud routing for SFTP servers.
December 30, 2025
Learn about FilePulse's Shared Mailboxes feature: receive files at a shared endpoint, automatically route them based on rules, and simplify partner file drops.
December 23, 2025
A clear comparison of SFTP and WebDAV, covering security, performance, authentication, firewall considerations, and the best use cases for each protocol.
December 16, 2025
A detailed comparison of Azure file transfer services and FilePulse, covering features, cost, protocol support, partner onboarding, and security.
December 9, 2025
Learn how to automate SFTP file transfers with Python using Paramiko. Covers connecting, uploading, downloading, batch processing, error handling, and scheduling.
December 2, 2025
A look at what is coming to FilePulse in 2026, from new S3 connectors and expanded backend storage to additional datacenter locations and platform-wide performance improvements.
November 25, 2025
Compare Google Cloud Storage Transfer Service with managed SFTP solutions like FilePulse for secure file exchange with external partners.
November 18, 2025
A detailed cost comparison of self-hosted and managed cloud SFTP solutions, covering hardware, staffing, subscription fees, hidden costs, and total cost of ownership.
November 11, 2025
A step-by-step tutorial for setting up the SFTP MCP Server, enabling AI assistants like Claude to interact with your SFTP server through the Model Context Protocol.
November 4, 2025
Learn the best practices for securing your SFTP file transfers, from encryption and authentication to access controls, monitoring, and compliance.
October 28, 2025
A comprehensive overview of SFTP authentication methods including password, SSH key, multi-factor, and certificate-based authentication, with guidance on choosing the right approach.
October 21, 2025
Learn how SFTP and Managed File Transfer fit into modern ELT pipelines, from secure data extraction to reliable integration with cloud data warehouses.
October 14, 2025
Learn how to design a scalable, cloud-native file transfer pipeline with event-driven processing, object storage, and robust audit logging.
October 7, 2025
Explore why teams are switching from AWS Transfer Family to more affordable, flexible alternatives like FilePulse for managed SFTP.
September 30, 2025
Understand key compliance regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and SOX, and how managed file transfer helps your organization meet them.
September 23, 2025
A practical guide to migrating from on-premise SFTP to a cloud-based solution, covering the benefits, key considerations, and best practices for a smooth transition.
September 16, 2025
Discover the advantages of a cloud SFTP server, including enhanced security, scalability, easy accessibility, and seamless file transfers for modern businesses.
September 9, 2025
Discover the hidden costs of running legacy FTP infrastructure, from security exposure to compliance liability, and learn how managed file transfer can help.
September 2, 2025
A detailed comparison of SFTP and FTPS covering encryption, firewall compatibility, authentication, and performance to help you choose the right secure file transfer protocol.
August 26, 2025
A clear comparison of Managed File Transfer, ETL, and ELT. Learn what each technology does, how they differ, and when to use them together.
August 19, 2025
A quick-start guide to connecting to an SFTP server with Python using Paramiko, covering both password and SSH key authentication.
August 12, 2025
A practical guide to evaluating Managed File Transfer tools, covering the core features to look for, the types of solutions available, and the key questions to ask before making a decision.
August 5, 2025
A complete guide to setting up an SFTP server, covering both self-hosted (OpenSSH) and managed (FilePulse) approaches, with security hardening tips.
July 29, 2025
An introduction to data engineering, covering what data engineers do, common architectures, real-world applications, required skills, and how MFT solutions fit into the picture.
July 22, 2025
Learn about Managed File Transfer (MFT), a secure and reliable solution for automating and managing the exchange of files across your business network.
July 15, 2025
Understand the basics of SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) and how it provides a secure and efficient method for transferring files over a network.
July 8, 2025
Learn what FTP is, how it works under the hood, and why it still matters for file transfers today. Covers active vs passive mode, security limitations, and modern alternatives.
July 2, 2025
