FTP Transport Type

FTP Transport Type

These are the FTP configuration options.

In short, FTP is a stanard protocol for file transfer between a server and a client. It is a fast and convenient way to send files over the internet. For a more secure way of transferring files, use the 'SFTP' transport type.

Environment Tabs [1]

These are explained in more detail on the 'Environments' page in the user guide. In short they allow you to setup specific configurations for different environments. 

Ftp Configuration [2]

Ftp Server

Hostname or IP address of FTP server.

Port Number

FTP server port number.

Destination Folder

Destination FTP folder.

Temp. Folder

Temporary FTP folder.

Passive Ftp Server

Check or un-check this depending on the particular partner’s FTP settings.

Username

FTP account username.

Password

FTP account password (click ‘Show’ to reveal the password - user setup)

Command Before Put

FTP command to execute before writing the file.

Command After Put

FTP command to execute after writing the file.

Binary File Representation

Check this if the files transmitted to/from this location are binary.

Max Concurrent Connections

The partner’s IT department may require you to limit the maximum number of allowed simultaneous connections to the FTP server.

Note that fields marked with * are required.