Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)
About Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)
Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) technology moves files securely from one server to another.
- Available to: Faculty, Staff, Students
- Where to use: Texas State Windows and Mac computers, personal computers
- Cost: Free
Get Started
The Information Security Office recommends the following SFTP tools:
- Fetch (Mac ONLY)
- NOTE: If you require an older version of Fetch software (for Intel Macs on macOS 10.5 - 10.14), please contact the IT Assistance Center.
- Cyberduck (Windows and Mac)
- WinSCP (Windows ONLY)
Installing Fetch
Visit the Fetch page for more information about this service.
To install this software
- Download directly from ITAC's Fetch for Mac download page.
- Select your operating system from the Fetch download page.
Installing Cyberduck
Visit the Cyberduck SFTP page for more information about this service.
To install this software, select your operating system from the Cyberduck download page.
Installing WinSCP
Visit the WinSCP SFTP page for more information about this service.
To install this software, go to the Cyberduck download page and download the latest version of WinSCP.
If you have questions, please contact ITAC or your department's technical support person (TSP) before proceeding.
Learn
For help and assistance with Cyberduck, visit their support site.
For help and assistance with WinSCP, visit their support site.