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User & Group Access Management
Streamlined SFTP Account Management
Centralized User Control & Admin Access
HostedFTP offers browser-based account management with admin tools to create users, manage groups, assign permissions, and monitor quotas—ideal for scaling SFTP access across departments and teams.
Features
- User Creation & CSV Import Tools
- Group-Based Quotas & Roles
- Multi-Admin Support with Web UI
Our Features
Browser-Based Administration
Manage SFTP users, folders, and settings directly from any browser with 256-bit AES encryption—no desktop client required.
Import Users and Shared Folders
Set up users and folder permissions in bulk using custom templates for fast, scalable onboarding.
White-Label Branding
Customize your SFTP portal with your brand, subdomain, and logo—perfect for client-facing file access.
Multiple Operation Administrators
Assign operations admins to handle file transfers, user creation, and share management across departments.
Group (Departmental) Admins
Delegate user management by team or division with role-based Group admin access and siloed visibility.
Contact Lists
Organize external or internal users into contact lists for streamlined folder sharing and access control.
Real-Time Reports
Monitor logins, transfers, and syncs in real-time—export audit logs in CSV or XLS for reporting and compliance.
File Retention Policy
Automatically delete files based on retention rules to manage storage and enforce compliance requirements.
SFTP/FTP Scripting and Utility Support
Use SFTP scripts and third-party tools like WinSCP or WebDrive—HostedFTP supports and helps configure them.
Account Management Features Popular Questions
How can I manage users on HostedFTP?
HostedFTP provides a centralized dashboard to create, manage, and remove users with granular permission settings for folders and file access.
Can I assign different roles to users in HostedFTP?
Yes. HostedFTP supports role-based access control, allowing you to assign roles like Admin, Read-Only, and Upload-Only to manage user access securely.
Does HostedFTP support user-level storage limits?
Yes, administrators can assign per-user storage quotas to control disk usage and prevent any single user from exceeding allocated limits.
Is there an audit trail for user activity?
Absolutely. HostedFTP logs all user activity including logins, uploads, downloads, and permission changes, giving you full visibility for compliance.
Can I manage account settings from a single dashboard?
Yes, HostedFTP’s intuitive admin panel allows you to manage users, roles, passwords, folder access, storage limits, and activity logs all from one place.
Does HostedFTP offer automated user provisioning?
Yes, HostedFTP allows administrators to create automated workflows for user setup, including default folder access and permission templates.
How secure is account management in HostedFTP?
HostedFTP enforces secure password policies, supports IP restrictions, and integrates with firewall controls to ensure secure account management.
Can I customize login or branding for user accounts?
Yes, HostedFTP supports white-labeled portals and branded domains, allowing businesses to provide a fully customized experience for their users.
Is multi-user account support included in all plans?
All HostedFTP plans include multi-user account management with scalable features that support teams of any size.
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