B7.4 Upload using FTP or SFTP

Step-by-step: 

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is designed for advanced users or for specialist workflow purposes where the Chorus Upload Tool is unsuitable. All Chorus users can use FTP to upload files if required. SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) is a modern replacement for FTP which makes use of encryption to secure the transfer of files. SFTP is currently only available to customers who host their own Chorus server.

1. Choose an FTP/FSTP client app
Free FTP client software is available from these links:

• MacOS X, Windows and Linux: FileZilla

• MacOS X: Cyberduck

We do not recommend using browser-based FTP apps as their simplistic design is often not suitable for the transfer of large files. The FTPS protocol is not supported. Please use the Chorus Upload Tool instead.

Once you have downloaded an FTP/SFTP client app, open a new connection.
2. Go to your Chorus User Profile modal by clicking on your profile picture in the top right-hand corner of your desk.

Here you will find your unique Chorus FTP Server and FTP Username. These details are the same for SFTP connections.

3. Enter your Chorus FTP Server name into the Server or Host field of your FTP/SFTP client connection.

4. Enter your Chorus FTP Username into the Username field of your FTP/SFTP client connection.

5. Enter your Chorus Password in the Password field of your FTP/SFTP client connection and connect.

6. Drag-and-drop your files for upload into the appropriate upload area of your FTP/SFTP client app. Please note that you will not see your Chorus spaces or folders reflected in the FTP/SFTP client application. It is a separate environment and merely a bridge for files to move into your Chorus site.

7. Once uploaded successfully through the FTP/SFTP client app, uploaded files and folders will appear in your Chorus home space.