In October 2025, we released 2 major updates: GPG Recryption, which makes it easier to automate secure file transfers between systems that use different encryption keys, and enhancements to User Lifecycle Rules to target specific groups and user tags. We’ve also included several smaller improvements across Files.com to make daily tasks simpler and more reliable.

Automatic GPG Recryption Setting

GPG Recryption is a new feature that makes it easier to share encrypted data safely between systems or partners that use different encryption keys.

With GPG Recryption, you can configure a folder to automatically decrypt incoming GPG-encrypted files and re-encrypt them with a different key. This keeps your files protected from start to finish while transfers happen automatically, even between systems that don’t use the same GPG setup.

Like the GPG Encryption and Decryption options, Recryption works with the GPG Key Manager. It removes the need to handle keys manually or expose files in plain text, making your process faster and more secure. This feature is especially useful for partner data transfers, automated workflows, and regular key updates, keeping every file secure at each step.

Learn more about GPG Recryption.

User and Group Targeting for User Lifecycle Rules

We’ve expanded the User Lifecycle Rules feature to give you more control over which users each rule affects.

You can now choose a user tag and/or a Group in the rule's setup. This means rules will only affect users who meet all of the rule’s conditions, including membership in the chosen group or the user having the selected tag.

For example, instead of a single rule to disable users who use a password to authenticate and haven't logged in for 120 days, you can make the rules more specific: disable inactive password users in the “Contractors” group after 30 days, but disable inactive password users in the "Vendors" group after 90 days, and disable other inactive password users after 120 days.

These new options make it easier to apply lifecycle policies that match how your organization manages different types of users, improving both flexibility and security.

Learn more about Making User Lifecycle Rules More Specific.

Minor Updates

This release includes several small updates that make Files.com work better and give you more control. You can now view SCIM activity logs, set how long AS2 messages are kept, and automatically retry sending emails through your mail server. We’ve also updated the MCP SDK and made it easier to interact with Public Hosting folders.

New SCIM Logs Available

Files.com records all SCIM-related requests and responses in JSON format SCIM Activity Log for visibility into provisioning activity. These logs help you verify communication between identity providers and Files.com, helping you spot and resolve issues such as failed user creation or attribute mismatches.

For example, if a new hire isn’t appearing in Files.com, reviewing the SCIM log can quickly confirm whether the provisioning request failed or was rejected due to a data conflict.

Learn more about SCIM Activity Logging.

Message Retention Timeframe for AS2 Messages

Site Administrators have a new option to choose how long AS2 messages are kept, including their full contents and debugging details. By default, messages are stored for 90 days, but you can change this setting for your whole site. Message retention helps you by keeping message data available long enough for audits or reviews, and then automatically removing it when it’s no longer needed.

Learn more about How to Configure AS2.

Automatic Retries for Outbound Emails

Your site now automatically retries sending emails through your Custom SMTP server if the server is unavailable or not accepting mail. Retries continue for up to 4 days, and any updates to your SMTP credentials or server settings are used in later attempts. This means important emails are still delivered, even if you switch mail providers or experience temporary service interruptions.

Learn more about using a Custom SMTP server.

MCP SDK Dependencies Updated

The Files.com MCP SDK has been updated to improve compatibility with the latest FastMCP and Pydantic releases. This update removes older version dependencies and ensures smoother operation with the latest Python environments. Developers using the SDK should upgrade to version 1.0.35 or later to get these fixes.

Learn more about the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server.

Custom CORS Headers on Public Hosting

You can now enable Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) headers for Public Hosting folders. When CORS headers are enabled, browsers can access hosted files from other domains, allowing you to embed or dynamically display Files.com content on external websites. For example, a company site could fetch and display up-to-date data from a text file hosted on Files.com without manual updates.

Learn more about Setting up Public Hosting.