sFTP Access and Setup

Requesting Access

Please work with our Finance Program Services team to request access to our sFTP server. This is typically used to share sensitive data files between Universal Account Servicing and our clients. We also use sFTP to schedule larger files and reports or to automate frequent report requests.

SFTP Access

WebPortal Access

files.uportal360.com

To login, click on the link above and enter the Username/Password provided by UAS. You will be prompted to change your Password once you login, make sure to set it to something memorable.

FTP Client Access (Filezilla, etc.)

Non Web-UI Warning

It is recommended to use the Web-UI for accessing the SFTP.  You do not have to use a FTP Client.

Use the following table below and your SFTP Software of choice to set up and access the SFTP.

You can follow the instructions below to set this up in FileZilla.

FTP Client Software

You will need FTP (File Transfer Protocol) software to connect to our sFTP Server. While Windows and MacOS come with ways to connect, we find that the free FileZilla software works the best and is easiest to use.

Downloand and Install FileZilla

FileZilla Software Download Website

Insructions on how to Install FileZilla: FileZilla Installation Instructions

Using FileZilla Site Manager

We recommend you use FileZilla and the Site Manager feature to load our sFTP Server as a favorite, which will make it super easy for you to connect to our site in the future.

FileZilla Site Manager Tutorial

Sample of Site Manager setup for our sFTP Server

Test your connection.

MacOS Terminal: nc -vz sftp.uportal360.com 2022
If successful, then you will see: Connection to sftp.uportal360.com port 2022 [tcp/down] succeeded!*

Windows PowerShell: Test-NetConnection sftp.uportal360.com -Port 2022

PS C:\Windows\system32> Test-NetConnection sftp.uportal360.com -Port 2022 
...
TcpTestSucceeded : True

FTP FAQs

What is FTP?
As its name suggests, the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standardized network protocol used to transfer files between a client and a server over the internet or any other TCP/IP network. FTP has been designed to promote the sharing of files across all types of computers. A strength of FTP is the reliable and efficient bulk transfer of files. FTP is popular with website owners and web designers to upload files to the servers of their web hosting company. Another everyday use case is the exchange of files between companies; FTP is, in many organizations, the de facto method for transferring large volumes of data.

What is an FTP Client?
An FTP Client is a program designed to transfer files between two computers. While most web browsers support FTP file downloads, upload files, and perform other FTP tasks, a dedicated FTP Client is needed. By using an FTP Client, users can upload, download, delete, rename, move, and copy files on a remote server. While FTP can be accessed via terminal, programs with a graphical user interface are preferred, and Filezilla Client represents an easy-to-use multiplatform solution. Filezilla is the most popular and easy to use FTP Client, it is feature-rich and available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

source: https://filezilla-project.org/faq.php

RETIRED - UGA Finance SFTP Settings

Test your connection.

MacOS Terminal: nc -vz ftp.ugafinance.com 8024
If successful, then you will see: Connection to ftp.ugafinance.com port 8024 [tcp/] succeeded!*

Windows PowerShell: Test-NetConnection ftp.ugafinance.com -Port 8024

PS C:\Windows\system32> Test-NetConnection ftp.ugafinance.com -Port 8024 
ComputerName: ftp.ugafinance.com
RemoteAddress: 172.22.156.21
RemotePort: 8024
InterfaceAlias: Wi-Fi
SourceAddress: 172.22.130.224
TcpTestSucceeded : True