Generate/SecureFXsysicon.jpg  What is SecureFX?


SecureFX is a flexible, secure file transfer client [A computer or application that uses services provided by a server.] with a tabbed visual interface that’s easy to learn. Advanced features like site synchronization and automation help web designers and system administrators streamline everyday tasks. SecureFX delivers strong security with support for SFTP [SFTP is an abbreviation for the Secure Shell File Transfer Protocol; a secure version of the FTP protocol which is used to transfer files between computers on a network.] , FTPS (FTP/TLS), HTTPS (WebDav and S3), HTTP, SCP and FTP. When you connect to a site that supports SSH2 [The second version of the SSH protocol which provides a way to encrypt network traffic between a client and a server, with a slightly different set of security features (including SFTP) than the SSH1 protocol provides.] , SecureFX has everything you need to create a fully-encrypted  [The process of converting a data transmission into a secret format that cannot easily be read by unauthorized individuals. See also: decryption.] SFTP session.

With SecureFX, it’s easier than ever to perform secure file transfers. Establish a secure connection with a mouse click, or type a server name in the Connect bar, and then drag and drop files to start transfers to and from a server and your desktop.

SecureFX works to complete interrupted transfers, with a resume on multi-transfer mode and a “relentless” transfer mode that automatically reconnects and resumes transfers when connections are broken.

SecureFX site synchronization handles upload, download, and true mirroring transfers as well as server-to-server synchronization. Mirroring includes automatically deleting files or folders that are not on the source directory from the destination directory, allowing you to exactly match the destination and source. Filters for synchronize operations allow you to control which files and folders are affected. For one-click synchronization, use the Quick Synchronize dialog to configure your synchronization settings; then press a toolbar button to initiate a synchronize operation using those settings. If you need to keep more than one remote site synchronized, the Synchronize dialog lets you create, save, and manage session synchronizations and initiate comparison operations. Commonly used configurations can be saved in the synchronize database for quick recall.

Quickly find the files you want to work with using the filter view, bookmarks, and the address bar. The dockable Session Manager lets you arrange hundreds of sites any way you like, and named sessions allow you to save preferences for individual sites. A built-in Credentials Manager allows multiple sessions to share authentication credentials. When monthly, weekly, or even daily password changes are required, credentials can be updated in single location, eliminating the need to manually locate and update individual sessions. Named firewalls can be used on a session-specific basis so that you can work from multiple locations with different firewalls. SecureFX also provides support for IPv6 and the ability to run multiple instances of the application.

If you need both terminal emulation and file transfer, SecureCRT® and SecureFX are closely integrated, sharing sessions and settings so that you can run SFTP, FTP (FTP/TLS), HTTPS, HTTP, and SCP file transfer sessions without reentering passwords. Or for a complete file transfer solution, combine SecureFX with the VShell® server to provide fine-tuned file transfer privileges on a user or group basis.

For a list of new features in SecureFX, see New in SecureFX 9.5

 

SecureFX has the following set of features:

File Transfer

Generate/BULLET.gif    Relentless file transfers automatically reconnect and resume when transfer connections are broken.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Resume interrupted/incomplete file transfers, completing all remaining files.

Generate/BULLET.gif    SFTP support for secure file transfers.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Support for SFTP, FTPS (FTP/TLS), HTTPS (WebDav and S3), and SCP.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Support for conventional FTP and HTTP.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Upload and download multiple files from multiple sites concurrently.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Direct server-to-server transfers.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Ability to move files, which removes the file(s) on the source machine.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Transfer queue allows files to be queued and then transferred sequentially.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Automatic selection of transfer mode (binary or ASCII) based on file type.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Manual download for downloading hidden files.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Ability to change file attributes.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Automatic resolution of symbolic links (option).

Generate/BULLET.gif    Auto hide of dot files (option).

Generate/BULLET.gif    Quote command.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Uppercase/lowercase filename conversion on upload.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Site synchronization with mirroring, filtering, and server-to-server transfers.

High Productivity GUI

Generate/BULLET.gif    Familiar visual user interface for the local and remote folder windows.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Easy-to-use tabbed main window with layout options.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Easy access to SecureFX features through graphical toolbar.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Drag-and-drop (and copy-and-paste) file transfers.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Editable address bar with path history.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Filter files in the local and remote session windows.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Synchronized file browsing.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Bookmarks simplify returning to often-used directories.

Session Management

Generate/BULLET.gif    Dockable Session Manager.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Hierarchical session database for managing personal sites.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Named sessions store individual preferences for each site.

Generate/BULLET.gif    A built-in Credentials Manager allows multiple sessions to share authentication credentials.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Personal data folder for separate storage of logon credentials.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Save settings for synchronizing remote sites.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Launch multiple selected sessions in tabs with a single click.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Import/export tool.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Quick Connect dialog for easy connections.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Named firewalls.

Secure Shell Protocol support

Generate/BULLET.gif    ChaCha20/Poly1305, AES-GCM, AES-CTR, AES, Twofish, and 3DES ciphers.

Generate/BULLET.gif    RSA, Ed25519, ECDSA (RFC 5656), and DSA host key support.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Multiple ordered authentication methods, ciphers, and MACs.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Public Key Assistant makes it easier to upload public keys.

Generate/BULLET.gif    SHA2, SHA1, UMAC, and MD5 MACs.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Public key authentication with support for RSA (up to 16,384 bits), Ed25519, ECDSA (RFC 5656), DSA, PuTTY PPK, OpenSSH certificates, X.509 certificates, and Kerberos v5 (via GSSAPI). Password authentication methods are also supported.

Other

Generate/BULLET.gif    Integration with SecureCRT.

Generate/BULLET.gif    URL support.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Firewall support (including SOCKS versions 4 and 5, as well as TIS, WinGate, WinProxy, CSM, unauthenticated and basic HTTP proxy, generic proxy, and local proxy support).

Generate/BULLET.gif    Dependent session option (jump host).

Generate/BULLET.gif    Configurable sound notifications.

Generate/BULLET.gif    Remote host directory listings are cached.