How to Use SFTP for File Transfer in MobaXterm

# 1. Article Contents ## 1. Introduction - 1.1 What is Mobaxterm - 1.2 What is SFTP - 1.3 Why Choose Mobaxterm for File Transfer Mobaxterm is a powerful cross-platform terminal tool that integrates many useful features, including terminal session management, remote connection, file transfer, etc. SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is a secure file transfer protocol that encrypts file transfer using the SSH protocol, ensuring data security. Reasons to choose Mobaxterm for file transfer include: convenient interface operation, support for SSH encrypted connections, rich functionality, and strong cross-platform compatibility. In the following chapters, we will delve into Mobaxterm's installation and configuration, how to connect to remote servers, and how to use SFTP to transfer files between local and remote servers. # 2. Mobaxterm Installation and Configuration In this chapter, we will introduce how to download, install Mobaxterm, and configure SSH options. ### 2.1 Download Mobaxterm You can get the latest version of Mobaxterm from the [download page](*** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** "Session" at the top-left corner. 2. In the popped-up "Session Manager", choose a session of "SSH" type. 3. In the "SSH Settings" on the right, you can configure basic connection options, such as hostname, port, etc. 4. You can also go to "SSH -> Advanced SSH Settings" for more detailed settings, such as key-based authentication or proxy settings. With these steps, you can successfully download, install, and configure Mobaxterm, making it ready for connecting to remote servers. Next, we will learn how to connect to remote servers. # 3. Connecting to Remote Servers In this chapter, we will detail how to use Mobaxterm to connect to remote servers and perform file transfer operations. #### 3.1 SSH Login to Remote Servers **Steps:** 1. Open the Mobaxterm software. 2. Click "Session" at the top-left corner. 3. In the "Session settings" window, choose "SSH" as the protocol. 4. Enter the IP address of the remote server in "Remote host". 5. Enter the username in "Specify username". 6. Click "OK" to connect to the remote server. ```mermaid graph LR A[Open Mobaxterm] --> B[Click "Session"] B --> C[Choose SSH Protocol] C --> D[Enter Remote Server IP] D --> E[Enter Username] E --> F[Connect to Remote Server] ``` #### 3.2 Create SFTP Session **Steps:** 1. In the session connected to the remote server, click "Session" at the top-left corner. 2. In the "Session settings" window, choose "SFTP" as the protocol. 3. Keep the remote server IP address in "Remote host" unchanged. 4. Enter username and password. 5. Click "OK" to create an SFTP session. ```mermaid graph LR A[Open SSH Session] --> B[Click "Session"] B --> C[Choose SFTP Protocol] C --> D[Enter Username and Password] D --> E[Create SFTP Session] ``` With these steps, you can easily connect to a remote server and create an SFTP session, starting file transfer operations. # 4. Using SFTP to Transfer Files Between Local and Remote Servers In this section, we will detail how to use the SFTP feature in Mobaxterm to transfer files between your local computer and remote servers. Here are the specific steps and examples: ### 4.1 Upload Files to Remote Server The steps to upload local files to a remote server using SFTP are as follows: 1. Open Mobaxterm and connect to the remote server. 2. Open an SFTP session in Mobaxterm. 3. Use the `put` command to upload local files to the server. 4. You can use the `ls` command to check if the files have been uploaded successfully to the remote server. Example code: ```bash $ cd /path/to/local/file/directory # Go to the directory of the local file $ put example.txt # Upload the local file to the remote server $ ls # List files on the remote server ``` **Summary:** The `put` command can be used to upload local files to