Protocol comparison
| Protocol | Encryption | Default Port | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFTP | Yes (SSH) | 22 | Production environments, sensitive data |
| FTP | No | 21 | Legacy systems, non-sensitive data in trusted networks |
SFTP/FTP connections in RWS Integration are used exclusively for Load operations (sending data to destinations). They are not used for data extraction.
Configuration
Required fields:| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| URL | The hostname or IP address of the server (e.g., sftp.example.com). Do not include the protocol prefix. |
| Base Path | The root directory path on the server where files will be written to (e.g., /uploads) |
| Port | The port number for the connection. Default: 22 (SFTP) or 21 (FTP) |
| Username | The username for authentication |
| Password | The password for the specified username |
If using a non-standard port, check with your server administrator for the correct port number.
Next steps
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