What is SFTP?

SFTP stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol. Both FTP and SFTP provide a way to access files, file transfer and file management over a reliable data stream. The protocol was developed by the Internet Engineering Task Force. SFTP is sometimes referred to as SSH File Transfer Protocol and works by using a secure shell data stream. SFTP secures a connection and uses an encrypted format to provide a high level of protection whilst transferring data.