SFTP Server Alternative
Replace Windows SFTP Servers with MyWorkDrive Web File Manager while increasing security and reducing support costs
Benefits of MyWorkDrive vs SFTP
Provides a Secure FTP Alternative
MyWorkDrive provides a SFTP (secure FTP) alternative for Windows Active Directory-based
firms looking to access file shares without the risks and support costs of associated
with SFTP. While it’s easy to configure methods that provide fast access using
traditional SFTP Server access – such as the built-in Windows IIS Server SFTP
service – security is poor and the user must install and learn how to use SFTP
client software.
Although great for fast transfers, by default all FTP network
communications are in clear text - including passwords. Solving this issue involves
adding TLS SSL certificates to the server through the use of 3rd party software.
Unfortunately, since browser clients do not support secure SFTP communications IT
must also manage the additional support burden of assisting users with the installation,
configuration, and training of secure SFTP client software and unblocking of firewalls
to allow Windows SFTP Server communications.
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Architecture Options
In addition to a secure web browser file access portal, MyWorkDrive also offers desktop
and mobile clients. All of our clients communicate over the latest highly encrypted TLS
https/SSL protocols for secure communication and seamless file remote access providing
an alternative to complex SFTP clients. MyWorkDrive has been awarded the
Skyhigh CloudTrust™ rating
of "enterprise-ready" for its MyWorkDrive Secure FileShare
remote access software.
Skyhigh identifies and classifies thousands of cloud services
and provides an objective and detailed evaluation of the enterprise-readiness of each
cloud service based on a detailed set of criteria developed in conjunction with the
Cloud Security Alliance (CSA). In addition,
MyWorkDrive provides
the necessary security protocols to comply with security standards including HIPAA,
GDPR, FINRA, FedRamp and FIPS.
Acts as a Replacement for
Windows SFTP Server
MyWorkDrive acts as a
replacement for Windows SFTP Server
with our cloud add-on server module for Windows File
Servers over SSL. All network communications occur over https using SSL certificates
instead of SFTP. Existing Windows Shares are instantly made available to users without
migrating data or installing and supporting complex sync and share database driven
servers.
From a support perspective, IT simply makes our Web Browser site available to
users for easy Web File Access with no software to be installed or configured –
reducing the related support costs around SFTP. By default port 443 HTTP SSL
communications are enabled at remote locations reducing the support burden on IT Staff.
Increased Security
Enterprises can additionally enable two-factor authentication through our DUO.com integration for even great security - something not available when utilizing even secure SFTP Servers and SFTP client software.
Improved Services
Enterprises can deploy our server software in minutes to enable cloud file access and services including:
Business Benefits
MyWorkDrive is written with the Enterprise Windows Systems Administrator in mind - everything is Windows Based, utilizes IIS Web Server and is written in .net. Our solution is designed and engineered by San Francisco based Intivix.com engineers with over 25 years of real-world Windows File Server Remote Access, Secure SFTP and SSL VPN systems administration experience.
Eliminate overhead and support issues of VPN, SFTP servers, and SFTP Clients
Reduce data leakage by keeping files stored on local servers – even when opened in Office 365
Access files remotely using any web browser, iPad, iPhone, Android, or any other device
Enable Two Factor Authentication for additional Security beyond simple passwords or SFTP
Collaborate with business partners by leveraging OneDrive Licensing for Public File Sharing
No external public users to maintain like in traditional SFTP Servers
Reduce support costs by leveraging Existing File Permissions, Users & Groups
Monitor file usage with real-time access logging
Ensure data security by retaining control of data access, storage & backup retention
No troubleshooting secure SFTP firewall issues
Key Features
- Edit office docs in office online
- Cloud enablement
- Home drives
- Web file manager
- Cloud web connector
- Mobile office integration
- Desktop mapped drive
- Mobile (iOS, android) app
- Active directory native integration
- Native NTFS permissions inheritance
- Single sign on (SSO), ADFS, SAML
- Custom branding
- Data leak prevention
- File locking
- Configurable file size limits
- Web file share search
- Two factor authentication
- Auditing
- Previous versions
- HIPAA/FINRA/FIPS compliance
- Search deployment assistance
- ADFS/SSO SAML setup assistance
- High availability support
- Remote deployment assistance
- Server setup service
- Premium support options
How Does it Work?
The System Administrator simply installs MyWorkDrive on a standard Windows Server joined
to a Windows Active Directory Domain. MyWorkDrive connects to the existing Active
Directory database out of the box. The Systems Administrator then logs in as a domain
administrator and enables existing Windows File Shares to be made available within
MyWorkDrive. Existing NTFS Permissions, Users and Groups are inherited - reducing
administration and duplicate effort.
Once the file server shares are published, an https
secured website (instead of SFTP) is then made accessible to users turning a traditional
windows file server into a robust secure Web File Manager portal accessible from anywhere. All files remain on the Windows File
Server - nothing is stored on MyWorkDrive Servers, even when editing documents online in
Office 365.
The System Administrator simply installs MyWorkDrive on a standard Windows Server joined
to a Windows Active Directory Domain. MyWorkDrive connects to the existing Active
Directory database out of the box. The Systems Administrator then logs in as a domain
administrator and enables existing Windows File Shares to be made available within
MyWorkDrive. Existing NTFS Permissions, Users and Groups are inherited - reducing
administration and duplicate effort.
Once the file server shares are published, an https
secured website (instead of SFTP) is then made accessible to users turning a traditional
windows file server into a robust secure Web File Manager portal accessible from anywhere. All files remain on the Windows File
Server - nothing is stored on MyWorkDrive Servers, even when editing documents online in
Office 365.