SFTPGo

SFTPGo is a fully-featured, event-driven file transfer server that supports SFTP, FTPS, WebDAV, and HTTP/HTTPS protocols from a single deployment. Trusted by thousands of organisations worldwide, it replaces ageing FTP and SFTP servers with a modern, cloud-native solution that integrates with multiple storage backends including Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, Azure Blob Storage, and remote SFTP endpoints. Its built-in WebAdmin and WebClient interfaces eliminate the need for command-line administration, making it accessible for both technical and non-technical users.

Common Use Cases

SFTPGo serves a wide range of file transfer and storage scenarios. Operations teams deploy it as a managed SFTP gateway for automated data exchange with partners, vendors, and external systems — replacing legacy FTP servers with a secure, auditable alternative. Development teams use SFTPGo as a file intake server that triggers webhooks or custom scripts when new files arrive, enabling event-driven data processing pipelines. Media and content teams rely on it for secure file distribution with per-user access controls and bandwidth quotas. IT administrators leverage the multi-protocol support to serve clients requiring SFTP, WebDAV, or HTTP access from a single unified server without managing separate deployments for each protocol.

Key Features

• Multi-protocol file transfer: SFTP, FTPS, WebDAV, and HTTP/HTTPS all served simultaneously from a single instance
• Multiple storage backends: local filesystem (including encrypted), Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, Azure Blob Storage, and remote SFTP servers
• WebAdmin interface: full browser-based administration for users, groups, virtual folders, quotas, and access control lists
• WebClient interface: end-user portal for browsing, uploading, downloading, and sharing files without any additional software
• Event-driven automation: configurable rules trigger webhooks, email notifications, or custom scripts on file events including uploads, downloads, deletions, and renames
• Per-user and per-folder quotas: enforce independent storage and bandwidth limits for each user or directory
• Two-factor authentication: TOTP-based 2FA for both admin and end-user accounts adds critical security without complexity
• OpenID Connect support: integrate with existing identity providers for centralised authentication and single sign-on
• Brute-force protection: built-in defender automatically blocks repeated failed login attempts
• Virtual folders: present different storage backends as a unified directory tree visible to all or specific users
• REST API with OpenAPI specification: full programmatic control for automation and integration with external systems
• Plugin system: extend authentication, notifications, and storage with custom plugins

Why deploy SFTPGo on Hostinger VPS

Running SFTPGo on a Hostinger VPS gives you a dedicated file transfer server with full control over storage policies, user access, and protocol configuration. Unlike managed file transfer services, you own the infrastructure and the data — no per-user fees, no usage caps, and no third-party access to your files. A VPS deployment gives you the compute and storage resources to handle high-volume transfers while allowing you to connect SFTPGo to cloud storage backends or local drives based on your workflow. With Traefik handling HTTPS termination and SSL certificate provisioning automatically, the WebAdmin and WebClient interfaces are immediately reachable over a secure connection from the moment the container starts.