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Macintosh: Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)

SFTP or Secure File Transfer Protocol is a file transfer method that is functional and reliable. It is very similar to FTP, but the username and password, as well as the file transfers, are all done in a secure and encrypted format.

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Download help
If you need help downloading SFTP, or if you have questions or run into a problem, contact the HelpDesk at (320) 308-2077, helpdesk@stcloudstate.edu or in Miller Center B43.

Using FUGU

Macintosh OS X does offer a native command-line client, but most people prefer to access SFTP through a third-party client that provides a more user friendly graphical view. One of the more popular third-party SFTP programs for OS X is called FUGU. A copy of FUGU can be downloaded free from the FUGU Web site, which also includes instructions on how to use FUGU.

Working with Files in SFTP

To add or replace files when using SFTP, select local files (on a flash drive, zip disk, hard drive, or other local location) and then upload files into your HuskyNet File/Web Space. To work on a file, select the file already located in your File or Web Space and download it to a flash drive, zip disk, hard drive, or other local media storage device and work on it locally. When work on the file(s) has been completed, save the file locally and then select and upload it into your File or Web Space.

Accessing File/Web Space with SFTP

To access your File/Web Space using SFTP, use the address below. Once you have downloaded a client utility such as FUGU, you can use the address below to access your File/Web space as well as Course Files and Department Files (department files only if you are faculty or staff.)

  • sftp.stcloudstate.edu