Platypus Secure FTP Server is a free platform independent Java based FTP server which features support for both FTP and secure FTP (FTP over SSL) protocols.

Platypus Secure FTP Server is a tool that allows you transfer files.

Here are some key features of "Platypus Secure FTP Server":

· Free - Free to use for both commercial and non-commercial purposes.
· Secure FTP - Securely exchange data using proven SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) technology.
· Multiple servers - Easily manage settings for multiple servers.
· Manager application - Manage FTP servers with an easy to use client GUI application.
· Remote management - Administer FTP servers remotely using the easy to use client GUI application.
· Virtual folders - Administrator may create virtual folders making it easy to share files without duplicating file contents or granting access to all users.
· Permissions - Full user permissions control allowing you to define what actions users may perform.
· Logging - Log all actions to a file.
· Passive port redirection - Specify a different IP address to use in response to passive client connections. Ideal for use in servers that use NAT.
· Passive port range - Specify a range of ports to use for passive connections.
· Status monitor - Track the status of a server monitoring statistics such as number of sessions, files uploaded, files downloaded and more.


Requirements:

· Java JDK 1.4.2 or above


Limitations:

· 1 simultaneous connection


Example uses:
· Provide a highly-secure method for exchanging data both internally and between business partners.
· Simplify the FTP server management process by unifying all FTP services to use a single platform independent solution.
· Gain control of users and system resources.
· Automate file transfers between trading partners.
· Provide a secure web-based file transfer gateway to clients without installing any software.

What's New in This Release: [ read full changelog ]

· Added authentication module for authenticating users against relational databases, LDAP or Active Directory services.
· Added ability to store logs in relational database.