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SFTP / SCP / Rsync

Name: SFTP / SCP / Rsync
Price: 4 EUR
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Transfer your files securely via SFTP, Rsync and SCP

Your USeed seedbox supports SFTP, Rsync and SCP protocols to transfer your files securely and at high speed. Three complementary methods to access your data, sync folders or copy files between your computer and your seedbox.

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SFTP, SCP or Rsync: which one to choose?

Three protocols, three use cases. Here's how to tell them apart and pick the right one for your needs.

	SFTP	SCP	Rsync
Type	Interactive	One-shot copy	Synchronization
Remote browsing	Yes	No	No
Incremental transfer	No	No	Yes
Transfer resume	Yes	No	Yes
Encryption	SSH (end-to-end)	SSH (end-to-end)	SSH (end-to-end)
Client required	GUI or CLI	Native CLI	rsync CLI
Best for	Browsing and managing files	Quickly copying a file	Backups and large-volume syncs

All three protocols share the same SSH key or password authentication. You can use them interchangeably on your seedbox depending on the context. Detailed guides: SFTP and Rsync.

Features

Secure SFTP

Transfer your files over an encrypted SSH connection, in complete privacy.

Incremental Rsync

Sync your folders efficiently by transferring only modified files, for fast syncs.

Multi-platform SCP

Copy files securely between your seedbox and any device, with no heavy client.

SSH key access

Robust SSH key authentication, with no password to remember, for secure access.

Questions about this app

How do I connect to my seedbox via SFTP?

Use an SFTP client (FileZilla, Cyberduck, WinSCP) with your seedbox address, your username and your SSH key. The connection is end-to-end encrypted.

What is the difference between SFTP and SCP?

SFTP is an interactive protocol that lets you browse, list and manipulate files remotely via SSH. SCP simply copies files or folders between two machines, securely but without navigation.

Is Rsync suitable for syncing large folders?

Yes, Rsync is ideal for incremental synchronization: it only transfers the modified parts of files, drastically reducing sync time on large volumes.

Do I need to install a client to use these protocols?

SFTP and Rsync require a client on your computer (rsync native on Linux/macOS, graphical client on Windows). SCP is available as a command line on most systems.

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