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The Files.com Agent

Files.com Agent allows you to integrate on-premise or private cloud hosted storage with Files.com.

Files.com Agent

Bridge Your On-Prem File Systems with the Power of Files.com

The Files.com Agent is a lightweight, cross-platform system service that connects your on-premises storage (such as local drives, NAS (NFS, SMB, CIFS), or SAN) to your Files.com site. It provides a secure, persistent connection without the need to expose internal networks or open firewalls and allows you to unify your cloud and local file operations under one platform.

It’s an ideal solution for organizations looking to extend legacy file systems into modern, cloud-based workflows, without sacrificing control, speed, or security.

Using the Files.com Agent

Our Agent can be connected as a Remote Server Mount, making your on premise storage content available in real time, or connected as a Remote Server Sync, allowing you to push, pull, or synchronize files between on premise file systems and other Files.com storage locations.

Integrating Files.com with on premise storage allows your users to access on premise storage through Files.com, using a web browser, SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, the Files.com Desktop App, or the Files.com Command Line (CLI) App.

When to Use the Files.com Agent

Curious what the Files.com agent is best equipped for? Here are some ideal scenarios showing examples of when to use the Agent.

  • Connecting with Internal Systems
  • Transferring Data Between Files.com and Local Infrastructure
  • Automating Sync and Scheduled File Jobs
  • Secure Connectivity Without Reconfiguring Firewalls
  • High-Performance Transfers

How Enterprise Data Teams Are Using the Files.com Agent

Automated File Transfers Between Systems

Use Case: A finance department needs to transfer daily reports from a local system to a third-party auditing service.

How the Files.com Agent Helps: Scheduled sync jobs can pull or push files between on-prem systems and external destinations automatically, using secure protocols and automation rules.

Secure Inbound File Collection

Use Case: A healthcare organization collects large files from partner clinics and needs to store them directly on local secure storage for regulatory reasons.

How the Files.com Agent Helps: Partners can upload files through a secure Files.com inbox, and the Agent immediately transfers those files to on-prem storage, while preserving audit trails and access policies.

Media Asset Management

Use Case: A media company stores high-resolution video files locally but wants to streamline collaboration with external editors.

How the Files.com Agent Helps: Editors can securely access and upload files via SFTP or the Files.com web interface, while the Agent syncs with on-premise SAN/NAS storage - no file duplication, no hassle.

Get Started With the Files.com Agent, Today

Whether you're overcoming legacy limitations or enhancing collaboration, the Files.com Agent has you covered. Learn how to install and use the Agent by reading the Agent documentation and check out these relevant resources to learn more:

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