Security

Built-in OpenPGP Local File Encryption
Using OpenPGP encryption, WS_FTP Professional locally secures files and folders, protecting against the misuse of sensitive data. Proven encryption technology ensures the security of files used as email and IM attachments or stored on laptops, networks, and removable media.

FIPS 140-2 Validated Cryptography
Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) approved and validated cryptography up to and including 256-bit AES encryption over SSL and SSH protocols and OpenPGP file encryption.

Non-Repudiation & Compression with MOVEit DMZ Server
Version 12 features built-in automatic end-to-end file non-repudiation and compression between WS_FTP Professional and MOVEit DMZ Server.

SSH Key Management and Enhanced SSH Capabilities
SSH user keys can now be imported and exported to and from Windows, Unix, and Linux systems. Also enhanced is support for SSH server version strings and the command line support for non-standard ports over SFTP protocol, thus enabling configurable authentication.

Enhanced SSL Certificate Management
Import full Certificate Authority from PKCS#12 formatted certificates into the Trusted Authority database. Support for SSL session reuse throughout the entire SSL connection

Digitally Signed Application from Trusted Certificate Authority
Advanced assurance of the integrity of WS_FTP Professional is now provided through a digital signature from Trust Certificate Authority.
 

Productivity and Performance

Improved Performance
Faster display and navigation through large directory trees and when launching/closing the application.

Post Transfer File Automation
New file workflow capabilities enable users to schedule post transfer actions, such as deleting, moving, or renaming the source file following the transfer.

Support for Networked UNC Paths
Ability to access UNC shared drives in your local folder by either IP address or machine name.

Support for Microsoft IIS and Apache Web Servers
Connect to and transfer files over HTTP/S connections with Microsoft IIS and Apache web servers with full file/folder listings and navigation.

Over 70 Hosts
Use WS_FTP Professional to connect to over 70 host types—more than any other file transfer client on the market!

Licensing
Activation status and the serial number are now displayed within the user interface of WS_FTP Professional. The conversion from evaluation to full-license is now seamless, eliminating the need to re-download, re-install, or re-configure.