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What is MFTPlus? ​

Welcome to MFTPlus — Managed File Transfer, reimagined for modern DevOps workflows. Lightweight, secure, and audit-ready without the enterprise baggage.

What is MFTPlus? ​

MFTPlus is a managed file transfer platform built for DevOps workflows. Unlike legacy MFT solutions that require expensive central servers, MFTPlus provides a modern CLI-first experience with enterprise-grade features.

  • CLI-First: mftctl provides complete control from the command line
  • Secure: TLS encryption, AES-256-GCM file encryption, and cryptographic audit chains
  • Scheduled: Cron-based job scheduling for automated transfers
  • Audit-Ready: Immutable, cryptographically chained audit logs
  • Multi-Protocol: SFTP, FTP, FTPS, and local file transfers
  • Agent-Based: Lightweight agents for distributed execution

Key Features ​

CLI-First Design ​

mftctl is the primary interface for managing transfers, agents, jobs, and audit. Everything available in the dashboard is accessible from the terminal.

Agent-Based Architecture ​

Agents run on managed machines and execute transfers. They communicate with the dashboard via WebSocket for real-time status updates.

Flexible Transfer Options ​

Send files directly with mftctl send, create transfers via the dashboard API, or schedule recurring jobs with cron syntax.

Enterprise Security ​

Your encryption keys are stored in protected files at ~/.config/mftplus/certificates/ with restrictive permissions (600). Keys never leave your machine.

Built-in Audit Trail ​

Every transfer is logged to a local SQLite database with SHA-256 checksums. Perfect for compliance audits and troubleshooting.

Cross-Platform ​

The mftctl CLI runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows. Agents support all major platforms.

Who Uses MFTPlus? ​

  • DevOps/SRE Teams: Manage CI/CD artifacts, backups, and data pipeline transfers
  • MSPs: Lightweight file transfer solution for client environments
  • Regulated Industries: Built-in audit trails for SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI compliance

Next Steps ​