How Do I Configure SFTP Connection?

Setting up an SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) folder allows secure file transfers between a client and a server. Please follow these steps to configure an SFTP folder

Step 1: Obtain Necessary Credentials

Before setting up a shared folder, we will require that you provide the following items

• The IP address(es) that will be used for the connection
  • Must be a static IP address
  • Dynamic IP address or mobile hotspots cannot be used  
• An SSH key pair (public and private key) for authentication.

Step 2: Generate an SSH Key Pair (If Not Already Created)

If you do not already have an SSH key, generate one using the following command:

ssh-keygen -t rsa -b 4096 -C "your_email@example.com"

This will create a public (id_rsa.pub) and private (id_rsa) key in the ~/.ssh/ directory.

Copy the public key to your clipboard:

cat ~/.ssh/id_rsa.pub

Step 3: Access SFTP Client

1. You will need access to an SFTP client on your device
   • Here are some recommended free-to-use SFTP clients
     • Cyberduck 
     • Filezilla
2. Login Credentials will be provided by Custodia support
   • Your Private SSH key will be used as your password