SMB & Windows Share

SFTPPlus acts as a client for the standard SMB protocol. From Linux, macOS, or Windows it connects to SMB or Windows Share servers, on-premise or hosted on cloud.

SMB and Windows Share Support ​

SFTPPlus's role as a client for SMB and Windows Share allows it to perform automated file transfers. It can connect to any standard SMB server, whether it's an on-premise server or a cloud-based service like Azure Files. This capability provides flexibility, allowing you to integrate with existing infrastructure or leverage cloud storage without complex scripting. SFTPPlus automates the process of uploading or downloading files to and from these locations, triggered by events or scheduled times.

The transfers are conducted over a standard TCP connection. To maintain data security during transit, SFTPPlus utilizes the standard SMB encryption and signature support. This ensures that data is protected from interception and tampering as it moves between the SFTPPlus client and the SMB server.

Key Features of SFTPPlus SMB Client ​

  • Platform independent: SFTPPlus can be deployed on Linux, macOS, or Windows and connect to a SMB server. There is no requirement to host SFTPPlus on Windows.
  • Cross-Platform Integration: SFTPPlus's ability to act as a client for SMB allows it to seamlessly integrate with Windows environments and other systems that use the SMB protocol for file sharing, regardless of the operating system SFTPPlus is running on.
  • Automation: SFTPPlus can be configured to automatically upload or download files based on predefined triggers or schedules, removing the need for manual intervention.
  • Security: By supporting standard SMB encryption and signatures, SFTPPlus ensures that file transfers are secure. This includes protection against man-in-the-middle attacks and data snooping.
  • Centralized Management: All SMB transfers can be configured, monitored, and audited from the centralized SFTPPlus web interface, providing visibility and control over all file transfer activities.
  • Detailed Audit Logs: All SMB transfers are fully audited with details of when the transfer was triggered, who triggered it, the size of the transferred file and the security used for the connection. These are just some of the many other details included in the SFTPPlus audit log.

Bridging File Transfers with SMB ​

SFTPPlus can facilitate complex file transfer workflows, acting as an intermediary to ensure data reaches its intended destination securely and efficiently.

Consider scenarios where files originating from various sources need to be consolidated or distributed via SMB:

  • SFTP to SMB: Automatically download files from an SFTP server and upload them to an SMB share.
  • Web Server to SMB: Retrieve content from a Web server and store it on a local or cloud SMB share.
  • Azure Blob to SMB: Move files from Azure Blob storage to an on-premise or other cloud SMB server.
  • SharePoint Online to SMB: Extract documents from SharePoint Online and transfer them to an SMB share for local processing or backup.
  • Email Server to SMB: Process attachments from an email server and deposit them into a designated SMB or Windows Share folder.

This bridging functionality allows SFTPPlus to connect any supported protocol (including SFTP, HTTP/S, Azure Blob, SharePoint Online, and email) with SMB or Windows Share. This versatility enables the creation of highly customized and automated workflows, simplifying data integration across your entire enterprise architecture.

Get in touch for expert support and consultancy ​

For more information on how SFTPPlus can streamline and secure your SMB and Windows Share transfers, or to discuss migration from legacy systems to modern SFTP or cloud platforms, please don't hesitate to contact our support team.

With over two decades of experience, our experts are ready to assist you with implementation and ensure a smooth transition, helping you leverage a robust and secure file transfer solution.