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== SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) ==

The '''SSH File Transfer Protocol''' (SFTP) is a secure file transfer protocol that provides file access, file transfer, and file management functionalities over a secure data stream. SFTP is an extension of the Secure Shell (SSH) protocol and typically operates on port 22.

=== Operation ===

SFTP allows users to securely transfer files between a client and server using the SSH protocol. It provides commands to navigate directories, list files, upload and download files, and perform other file operations.

=== Security ===

SFTP encrypts both the data and control channels, providing confidentiality and integrity during file transfer. It also supports various authentication methods, including password authentication and public-key authentication.

=== Advantages ===

* SFTP provides strong encryption and secure authentication mechanisms, making it resistant to eavesdropping and data tampering.
* It is widely supported by most SSH servers and clients.

=== Disadvantages ===

* SFTP can be slower than non-encrypted protocols due to the overhead of encryption and decryption.
* Some legacy systems or devices may not support SFTP.

=== Alternatives ===

Alternative secure file transfer protocols include [[File_Transfer_Protocol#FTPS|FTP Secure (FTPS)]], which adds encryption to the FTP protocol, and [[HTTPS|HTTP Secure (HTTPS)]], which uses the HTTP protocol over a secure SSL/TLS connection for file transfer.

== See Also ==
* [[Secure_Shell|Secure Shell (SSH)]]
* [[FTP|File Transfer Protocol (FTP)]]
* [[HTTP_Secure|HTTP Secure (HTTPS)]]

== References ==
* [https://tools.ietf.org/html/draft-ietf-secsh-filexfer-13 SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) Draft]

[[Category:Protocols]]

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