Backup to SFTP: Secure Data Transferring ProtocolBackup to SFTP is the most reliable method of data protection, as it involves a remote SFTP backup server (which eliminates risks of "local" data loss due to fire, theft, etc.) and secure network connection. Handy Backup has multiple features that will deliver the best experience whenever you need to backup to SFTP servers. Free Download Version 8.5.0, built on September 19, 2023 ![]() Some Facts about SFTP BackupDesigned by IETF, SFTP provides secure file transfer and manipulation facilities over the secure shell (SSH) protocol which makes it perfect for sensitive data backups. While transferring data to a remote location during FTP backup or cloud backup, these are the different threats to data consistency and security, such as sniffers, hacking attempts and direct data interception. To avoid theft or garbling of data on the way to its destination, you need to use a secure data transferring protocol. This is when backing up to SFTP is a good choice. Benefits of SFTP BackupThere are two primary benefits of backup to SFTP:
![]() Testimonials About SFTP Backup Software by Handy BackupRecommended Solution![]() Version 8.5.0, built on September 19, 2023 . 116 MB Handy Backup ProfessionalSupport for SFTP backup is available in Professional edition. You can also use it with basic edition Standard if you supplement it with the SFTP Backup plug-in. Free 30-days trial version! Backup from SFTP: Crucial PossibilitiesThere are two primary benefits of backup to SFTP:
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For a full list of features, please refer to backup features of our software. How to Backup to SFTP with Handy BackupThe process of creating an SFTP backup task is quite simple. Just make a new task, select backup task type, and then choose an SFTP plug-in from "FTP" group on Step 2. If you still have no connection for a particular SFTP server, please click "Create a connection…" and fill the fields in a new connection dialog. Notes: Configuring and Using Backup from SFTP ServersHere are some tips for configuring SFTP connections:
![]() Where to Backup from SFTP![]() In addition to SFTP backup storage, Handy Backup provides many other data vaults, including local and external drives, popular cloud services (Amazon S3, Box, Dropbox, Google Drive and other), S3 and WebDAV cloud interfaces, FTP and FTPS servers, NAS storage, data servers, mapped drives etc. Video Instruction for FTP Backup: SFTP Is No More DifficultIn the next video, we will teach how to backup data to common FTP servers. Please note that for SFTP backup, the only difference besides selecting the "SFTP" plug-in is a slight change in advanced connection settings, shown here. Note: This video illustrates FTP backup. For backup from SFTP, you can use most of these instructions, except other configuration principles. The main difference is the "Authentication" tab in a connection dialog, where you must provide private and public keys to an SFTP connection. You can learn more about SFTP settings from the User Manual. Free Download Version 8.5.0, built on September 19, 2023 Backup to SFTP servers with Handy Backup securing your data while transferring it! See also: 0 comments |
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