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# SFTP/FTP

> Configure file transfer connections using SFTP (secure) or FTP (standard) protocols

SFTP and FTP connections enable file-based integrations with external servers. Use these connection types to upload, download, or exchange files with partners, vendors, or legacy systems.

## 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 |

<Info>
  SFTP/FTP connections in RWS Integration are used exclusively for **Load** operations (sending data to destinations). They are not used for data extraction.
</Info>

## 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                                                                  |

<Note>
  If using a non-standard port, check with your server administrator for the correct port number.
</Note>

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