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November 19, 2025

Why Patch Latency Is Breaking Legacy MFT and How Modern SaaS Solves It

A week to release a patch sounds fast—until every customer has to manually install it. That’s the architectural flaw holding legacy MFT back, and why breaches keep happening. SaaS changes the model. Files.com pushes security updates automatically and instantly, closing the vulnerability window before attackers can take advantage.
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October 31, 2025

What's New for October 2025

October 2025 includes new features for GPG Recryption and more options for User Lifecycle rules along with several other improvements across Files.com to make daily tasks simpler and more reliable.
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September 30, 2025

Files.com Named a Fall 2025 Enterprise Leader on G2

Files.com has been named a Fall 2025 Enterprise Leader on G2, recognized for high customer satisfaction and adoption across enterprise IT teams. Find out more what this award means and see the recognition Files.com earned this season.
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October 17, 2025

What is SFTP?

Enterprises are replacing legacy servers with secure, scalable, and fully managed SFTP platforms that are cloud-native. Learn how Files.com delivers modern automation, reliability, and compliance for file transfers built for the cloud era.
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October 30, 2025

What is FTP? How It Works - and Why It Still Matters in the Cloud Era

FTP, or File Transfer Protocol, is one of the oldest and most reliable methods for moving data between systems, servers, and users. Long before the cloud or APIs existed, FTP defined how files were shared and managed across networks - and decades later, it’s still a critical part of enterprise data exchange.
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September 5, 2025

Set It and Forget It: Automations That Run Themselves

Tired of chasing reports, repeating file transfers, or babysitting syncs across cloud platforms? With Files.com, you can automate everything - reports, transfers, syncs, and compliance tasks - so your workflows run on time, every time. Discover how Files.com connects with Google Drive, Dropbox, AWS, Azure, and more to deliver true “set it and forget it” file management.
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August 20, 2025

Simplify File Permissions and Access with Files.com

Enterprises are juggling a patchwork of storage systems, each with its own access rules and risks. With centralized controls, standardized policies, and full visibility, Files.com eliminates the complexity IT teams can reduce overhead, strengthen security, and enable seamless collaboration, without sacrificing governance or compliance.
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August 31, 2025

What's New for August 2025

August 2025 improvements for Files.com include a direct SSO integration with Cisco Duo, new reports for share links and folder usage, along with numerous updates to the web interface, Files.com Desktop App and official Files.com SDKs.
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September 2, 2025

What We Learned at IBC 2025

IBC 2025 in Amsterdam is a trade show for media & broadcast organizations. Files.com sent a team got to speak with many folks in the industry. Here are our takeaways.
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September 30, 2025

What's New for September 2025

September 2025 brings major Files.com updates including the new Desktop v6 App with Mounted Drive Mode, an overhauled Sync feature with expanded capabilities, faster S3 transfers, and enhanced On-Premise Agent performance with automatic updates. Additional improvements include new site alerts for read-only admins and automatic file archiving to prevent data loss.
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July 22, 2025

5 Ways Files.com Elevates Internal and External Collaboration

Files.com delivers secure, scalable tools that help teams work better, whether they're across the hall or across the globe. From real-time document editing to automated system integrations, discover 5 powerful ways Files.com empowers internal and external collaboration, while keeping IT in control.
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May 30, 2025

Files.com Now Talks to Microsoft Teams

Files.com now supports notifications to Microsoft Teams! This brand-new integration improves the way your teams stay updated and helps surface more real-time information to them.
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June 30, 2025

What's New for June 2025

In June 2025, we delivered key improvements to user management and integration capabilities. Highlights include upcoming changes to IP addresses, new tools for managing users and groups, and enhanced AS2 functionality.
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June 25, 2025

Can You Use Google Drive for File Hosting?

While Google Drive is widely adopted, large businesses have needs extending beyond its capabilities, including external sharing, automation and operational workflows at scale. By integrating with Files.com, you can upgrade and extend Google Drive's capabilities.
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August 11, 2025

Making Migrations Easy: How Files.com Simplifies the Move

Files.com makes storage transitions smooth by acting as a secure, central bridge between your old and new systems. With support for dozens of protocols and cloud connectors, you can link both environments, move data in controlled phases, and verify every file without taking systems offline. The result? A migration that’s faster, less risky, and disruption-free for your team and users.
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July 28, 2025

The Right Way to Send Regulated Data: Secure File Delivery 101

From unsecured links to compliance blind spots, traditional file-sharing methods can leave your business exposed. Here, we break down the hidden dangers lurking in B2B file exchange and show how Files.com helps you eliminate them with built-in security, automation, and total visibility.
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May 31, 2025

What's New for May 2025

Files.com's May 2025 update introduced a major MCP Server for AI integration with file management workflows. Other key additions include automated User Lifecycle Rules for managing inactive accounts, a Permissions Audit Export tool for security compliance, Microsoft Teams webhook notifications for real-time collaboration, and enhanced Google Cloud Storage support with HMAC authentication.
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January 30, 2025

How to Choose an FTP Client

Because most modern web browsers no longer support FTP, there are now many options to choosing an FTP client that meets your needs.
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July 31, 2025

What's New for July 2025

July 2025 brought exciting improvements to your Files.com site with Google Cloud Pub/Sub integration, automations improvements, easier tracking for Share Link access, and numerous updates to the official Files.com SDKs.
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January 7, 2025

Introducing Desktop v6

Files.com is excited to introduce the Desktop v6 app, a powerful Windows and macOS application designed to revolutionize high-speed, large-scale file transfers between your desktop devices and Files.com.
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April 30, 2025

What's New for April 2025

Files.com introduced powerful new admin tools, including self-service file restore, improved Automation retries, and SCIM for Read-only Admins. Highlights also include Azure Government Blob support, a key Windows Agent update, and performance boosts for the Editor.
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March 31, 2025

What's New for March 2025

In March 2025, we introduced major updates across the Files.com ecosystem, including better access controls for child sites and automatic drive mapping for the Desktop v6 App. We also made many smaller improvements, such as a new force-download option for public hosting, clearer GPG key error messages, speeding up page loads, improving navigation, and expanding access to key features.
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April 22, 2025

What The Data Explosion Means for Enterprise File Management

Data is exploding-growing from 2 zettabytes in 2010 to a projected 181 zettabytes by 2025. This article breaks down what that means for IT leaders managing enterprise-scale file operations, and how platforms like Files.com are redefining performance, automation, and security in the zettabyte era.
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January 31, 2025

What's New for January 2025

In January 2025, we introduced exciting new features for Automations, published a connector for MuleSoft customers, and made numerous minor enhancements across the platform.
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January 21, 2025

Simplify Data Retrieval with Import Files Automation

At Files.com, we are constantly evolving to provide you with tools that simplify your workflows, reduce reliance on custom scripts, and streamline your operations. In line with this mission, we are thrilled to introduce our latest automation type: Import Files.
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February 20, 2025

Using Boomi with Files.com

Files.com offers a partner connector that allows you to copy, create, delete, download, list, move, update, and upload files and folders using just an API key. This official Boomi integration streamlines the process of managing files across systems.
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February 10, 2025

Understanding FTP Servers

When it comes to file management and data transfer, FTP servers remain one of the most reliable and efficient technologies. Whether you’re managing websites, collaborating with remote teams, or backing up critical data, FTP servers provide a structured, secure, and scalable way to handle file storage and sharing.
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January 30, 2025

Rclone Integration with Files.com

Managing files across multiple cloud platforms can be challenging, but with Rclone and Files.com, you can simplify and optimize your file transfer, sync, and storage workflows.
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January 9, 2025

How to Use Child Sites

Files.com Child Sites offer a versatile way to manage separate production environments, projects, or departments while keeping everything under the umbrella of a single primary account. Whether you're running multiple business units, handling sensitive projects, or setting up staging environments, child sites provide an efficient, secure, and organized solution.
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January 17, 2025

What is FTP?: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

File transfers are the backbone of many digital operations, but the tools we use often get overlooked. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a reliable, time-tested method for moving data quickly and securely.
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