AWS Transfer Family
Explore how AWS Transfer Family enables secure and managed file transfers to AWS storage services like S3 and EFS using SFTP, FTPS, FTP, and AS2 protocols. Understand server setup, authentication, and how to monitor and manage transfers efficiently while integrating with AWS ecosystem services for enhanced data processing and security.
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The AWS Transfer Family is a service that provides secure and managed file transfer capabilities. It simplifies moving files to and from AWS Storage services like Amazon S3 or Amazon EFS. It securely transfers data using protocols like SFTP, and FTPS while seamlessly integrating with the existing security measures. This means we can migrate and automate file transfers without disrupting the users or applications; everything works the same way behind the scenes.
It supports the following protocols:
SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol): This is a secure version of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) that encrypts both data and commands during transfer, ensuring confidentiality and integrity.
FTPS (FTP Secure): Another secure option that uses TLS/SSL for encryption, providing a secure channel for file transfers.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol): While not inherently secure, it’s still an option for transferring non-sensitive data.
AS2 (Applicability Statement 2): ...