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Appendfile

SFTP Plugin – Append File Action

Summary (SEO Meta Description):
The Append File Action of the SFTP Plugin appends data to an existing file on a remote SFTP server.
It enables workflows to update or extend files securely without overwriting their current contents.


Overview

The Append File Action allows your workflow to add content to the end of an existing file on an SFTP server.
This is ideal for updating log files, adding incremental data to reports, or continuously extending datasets.

Typical Use Cases:

  • Append daily logs to a single file for long-term monitoring
  • Add new records to an existing report without replacing it
  • Extend data files with incremental updates during batch processing
  • Maintain a growing changelog or audit trail in a single file

⚙️ Configuration

FieldDescriptionType / Options
LabelCustom name for the actionString
File nameName of the file to append data toString
Source directoryPath to the directory containing the fileString
Select connectionChoose or create a secure SFTP connectionConnection

FAQ

Q: What happens if the target file does not exist?
A: The action creates the file and writes the data as new content.

Q: Is existing file content overwritten?
A: No. The new data is appended to the end of the file.

Q: Is the append operation secure?
A: Yes. All file operations are performed over the encrypted SFTP protocol.


Keywords: WeHub SFTP Plugin, Append File Action, Secure File Transfer, Add Data to File, SFTP Automation