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SFTP Plugin – Storage & File Systems

Summary (SEO Meta Description):
The SFTP Plugin integrates WeHub workflows with Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) servers, enabling automated and secure file operations.
It provides actions to upload, download, move, copy, list, and manage files and folders over SFTP connections.


Overview

The SFTP Plugin allows your workflows to interact securely with remote servers using the SFTP protocol.
It simplifies automation of file transfers, directory management, and content synchronization without manual intervention.

Typical Use Cases:

  • Automate nightly uploads or downloads of reports and data feeds
  • Synchronize application logs or backups with a secure remote server
  • Organize and manage files and folders in partner or client SFTP environments
  • Integrate with legacy systems that require secure file transfer

Available Actions

ActionDescription
Copy fileCopy a file to a new location on the SFTP server.
Create folderCreate a new folder on the SFTP server.
Delete fileDelete a file on the SFTP server.
Delete folderDelete a folder on the SFTP server.
Download fileDownload a file from the SFTP server.
List filesList all files in a specific folder on the SFTP server.
Move fileMove a file to a new location on the SFTP server.
Move folderMove a folder to a new location on the SFTP server.
Upload fileUpload a file to a specific location on the SFTP server.
Append fileAppend data to an existing file on the SFTP server.

FAQ

Q: Do I need to configure credentials for every action?
A: No. Create and reuse a single secure SFTP connection for all actions.

Q: Is the data transfer encrypted?
A: Yes. All file operations use the SFTP protocol, which ensures secure and encrypted transfers.

Q: Can I work with very large files?
A: Yes. SFTP supports large files, but ensure your workflow timeouts and server limits are properly configured.

Q: What happens if a file or folder doesn’t exist when performing Delete or Move actions?
A: The action completes without error, but no changes are made.


Keywords: WeHub SFTP Plugin, Secure File Transfer, Upload Files, Download Files, Move Files, Copy Files, Manage Folders, Cloud Storage Automation