SFTP, or Secure File Transfer Protocol, is a secure way to exchange campaign data and other important files with Statflo. It is based on the SSH (Secure Shell) protocol, which encrypts data to provide secure file transfers. Here's how to get started with Statflo:
1. Prepare your digital keys
Your keys come in a pair and they ensure your data transfer remains secure:
Public key: Think of this like a padlock — it locks (encrypts) your data.
Private key: Think of this like a key — it unlocks (decrypts) your data.
🔑 Remember: Never share your private key with anyone. Only your public key can be shared — you’ll need to share this with Statflo so we can set up the SFTP connection.
➡️ For Windows Users:
1.1 Open the Command Prompt
Press the Windows key on your keyboard or click on the Windows icon in the taskbar to open the Windows Start menu.
Type "cmd" or "Command Prompt" in the search bar.
Click on "Command Prompt" to open it.
Optional: You can also click on "Run as administrator" to open it
Optional: You can also click on "Run as administrator" to open it
This will give you administrative privileges if needed. Using administrative privileges can be important, especially if you want to store your SSH key in a system-wide location.
Optional: Navigate to the appropriate directory
Optional: Navigate to the appropriate directory
By default, the Command Prompt opens in your user directory. You can either stay in this directory or navigate to a different location where you want to save your SSH key. To navigate to a different directory, use the cd command followed by the path to your desired directory.
1.2 Generate your keys
In Command Prompt, enter ssh-keygen and hit "Enter" to generate the key pair.
When prompted for a location to save the keys, press "Enter" to accept the default location or enter a directory.
Press "Enter" to skip the passphrase.
Optional: Enter a passphrase
Optional: Enter a passphrase
If you don't want to skip this step, adding a passphrase will give you extra security. Just make the passphrase is strong and unique. Confirm the passphrase by entering it again.
Find your keys in your user directory (C:\Users\<YourUsername>\.ssh\) by default, or in the directory you selected. You'll find two files:
1. id_rsa (Your private key)
2. id_rsa.pub (Your public key)
1.3 Share your public key with Statflo
Email the id_rsa.pub file to Statflo. We’ll need this to establish a secure connection for the file transfer. This being your public key, you can share this with us.
➡️ For MacOS Users:
1.1 Open the Terminal application
Use Spotlight by pressing Cmd + Space and type "Terminal", then press "Enter".
Alternatively, you can find Terminal in the "Utilities" folder within "Applications".
1.2 Generate your keys
In the Terminal, enter ssh-keygen -t rsa -b 4096 -C "your_email@example.com" and hit "Enter" to generate the key pair.
Follow the on-screen instructions to save your keys.
1.3 Share your public key with Statflo
Email the public key file to Statflo; that is the file whose extension is .pub. We’ll need this to establish a secure connection for the file transfer. This being your public key, you can share this with us.
Alternatively, Use PuTTY for MacOS Users:
1.1 Install PuTTY for Mac
Download PuTTY for Mac from the official website.
Follow the provided instructions to install it on your MacOS system.
1.2 Generate your keys using PuTTYgen for Mac
Open PuTTYgen from your Applications folder.
Follow similar steps as the Windows PuTTYgen: Choose the key type as RSA and set the bits to 4096 (change the default from 2048 to 4096). Then generate the keys.
Save your private key and note down where your public key is saved.
Optional: Enter a passphrase
Optional: Enter a passphrase
If you don't want to skip this step, adding a passphrase will give you extra security. Just make the passphrase is strong and unique. Confirm the passphrase by entering it again.
1.3 Share your public key with Statflo
Use a text editor to open and copy your public key.
Email the copied public key to Statflo for SFTP setup.
Note: Users can use PuttyGen for Windows or Linux as well.
2. Install FileZilla
Once you've generated and shared your public key with Statflo, we will set up your SFTP. You can connect to Statflo’s SFTP server using FileZilla — this is a free tool to send your files. It works on any computer, whether you have a Mac, a Windows PC, or something else.
2.1 Visit FileZilla’s website
2.2 Download the FileZilla Client
2.3 Launch FileZilla on your computer
3. Send your files securely
3.1 Connect to the Statflo SFTP — you're now ready to send and retrieve files
In FileZilla, navigate to 'File' and select 'Site Manager'.
Click 'New Site' and configure your settings in the ‘General’ tab:
Protocol: Choose SFTP - SSH File Transfer Protocol
Host: Enter the Statflo server address:
For US users: sftp.processing.us.prod.stflo.io
For Canada users: sftp.processing.ca.prod.stflo.io
Logon Type: Select Key file
User: Input your user details provided by Statflo
Key File: Browse and select your private key file (e.g. id_rsa)
In the ‘Advanced’ tab,
Default remote directory: Your account manager will provide you with this
Click 'Connect'.
3.2 You'll now see your computer's files on the left and Statflo's files on the right
3.3 Now, it’s time to share some files!
There are three ways to send or receive your files:
Drag and drop between the local and server panes.
Double-click to upload from local or download from the server.
Right-clicking and choosing "Upload" or "Download" for targeted file transfers.
Dragging and dropping files ⤵️
That’s it! Just three steps to securely send your files. Reach out to your Account Manager if you have any questions.