Progress MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing - Upgrade License - 1 License

Upgrade your enterprise’s secure collaboration capabilities with Progress MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing—Upgrade License for 1 License. This offering is designed for organizations that already rely on MOVEit and need to extend or enhance their secure folder sharing rights with a dedicated upgrade seat. It delivers protected, auditable, and policy-driven file sharing to support compliant data exchange across teams, partners, and customers. The upgrade license unlocks continued access to MOVEit’s robust security features, giving you tighter control over who can access sensitive folders, how files are shared, and how activities are tracked. With MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing, enterprises gain a scalable solution that integrates seamlessly into existing MOVEit environments, preserving existing configurations while enabling advanced collaboration, governance, and security without sacrificing performance. Whether you are managing regulatory requirements, protecting intellectual property, or enabling remote teams to collaborate securely, this upgrade license ensures you stay aligned with best practices for data privacy and information security while keeping deployment simple and cost-effective.

• Enhanced Security and Compliance: The Upgrade License unlocks advanced security controls for folder sharing, including role-based access management, granular permissions, and policy-based sharing. It supports encryption in transit and at rest, strict authentication, and auditing to meet stringent regulatory standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and industry-specific guidelines. Enterprises can enforce encryption standards, maintain comprehensive event logs, and implement fine-grained access policies to ensure only authorized individuals can view or modify sensitive files. This level of control reduces risk, improves incident response, and provides clear evidence during audits.
• Easy Upgrade Path and Licensing Model: Designed for organizations already using MOVEit, this upgrade license offers a straightforward path to expand capabilities without a full system overhaul. The 1-license model is ideal for small teams or departments needing additional secure sharing capacity while preserving existing license investments. Administrative overhead is minimized, with a smooth transition that preserves current configurations, workflows, and integrations. Expect minimal disruption as you add the upgrade seat, enabling immediate productivity gains without downtime or complex license reconciliations.
• Seamless, Secure File Sharing Experience: MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing focuses on simplifying secure collaboration. Share folders and files with confidence through controlled access, link-based sharing with expiration, revocation capabilities, and automatic policy enforcement. Users enjoy a streamlined experience with intuitive interfaces, while IT maintains visibility and governance. The upgrade expands sharing options for dynamic teams, external collaborators, and cross-department projects, all while ensuring that sensitive data remains protected against unauthorized access and unintended exposure.
• Administrative Control, Visibility, and Governance: Centralized administration provides a single pane of control over folder sharing activities. With enhanced auditing, reporting, and access controls, administrators can track who accessed what, when, and from where. This visibility supports proactive risk management, simplifies compliance reporting, and helps organizations demonstrate accountability during audits. The upgrade also supports scalable governance as teams grow, ensuring consistent enforcement of security policies across the organization.
• Scalability, Integration, and Ecosystem Compatibility: The upgrade integrates neatly into existing MOVEit ecosystems, working alongside MOVEit Transfer and MOVEit Automation to deliver end-to-end secure file movement and orchestration. It supports hybrid environments—on-premises, cloud, or multi-cloud deployments—allowing you to extend secure folder sharing to users and partners wherever their data workflows occur. The upgrade is designed to scale with your organization’s needs, maintaining performance and security as file volumes and collaboration demands rise.

Technical Details of Progress MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing - Upgrade License - 1 License

Technical details for this upgrade license are not provided in this listing. Typical specifications for MOVEit upgrade licenses may include license type (Upgrade), quantity (1 seat), and compatibility with existing MOVEit deployments. For precise technical details, license terms, and supported configurations, please refer to your MOVEit contract or contact your Progress sales representative. This section summarizes the general purpose of the upgrade and the value it provides in securing folder sharing across enterprise ecosystems.

How to Install Progress MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing

• Confirm Compatibility: Verify that your current MOVEit environment (MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing) supports an upgrade license and that the upgrade aligns with your deployment’s version, platform, and licensing terms. Check with your MOVEit administrator or vendor to ensure there are no version gaps or prerequisites before applying the upgrade.
• Obtain Upgrade License Key: procure the upgrade license key or entitlement from your licensed MOVEit distributor or Progress support portal in accordance with your existing contract. Ensure you receive the correct seat count (1 license) and any applicable terms, warranty, or maintenance information.
• Access Admin Console: Log in to the MOVEit Admin Console with an account that has license management privileges. This is typically a super administrator or licensed administrator account responsible for applying license updates and maintaining system configurations.
• Apply License Upgrade: Navigate to the license management section and enter or upload the upgrade license key. Follow the on-screen prompts to apply the upgrade to your MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing installation. The system may prompt for a restart of services or a revalidation of licensing status once the upgrade is applied.
• Validate Activation: After applying the upgrade, verify that the new seat is active and that security policies, sharing functions, and auditing features are functioning as expected. Conduct a quick test by sharing a folder with appropriate permissions and verifying access logs are being captured correctly.
• Audit and Compliance Verification: Run a quick audit to confirm that the upgrade license is properly reflected in asset management and that governance controls (RBAC, MFA, and encryption) are enforcing as configured. Update your change management records if required.
• Documentation and Support: Update internal documentation to reflect the upgraded license. If you encounter issues during installation, contact Progress technical support or your authorized reseller for guidance and potential troubleshooting steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does the Upgrade License for MOVEit Secure Folder Sharing provide? It expands your existing MOVEit deployment by adding an additional upgrade seat specifically for Secure Folder Sharing, enhancing security controls, governance capabilities, and sharing options without requiring a full system replacement. The upgrade is designed to preserve current configurations while enabling new capabilities for compliant file sharing.
• Who should consider this upgrade? Organizations already using MOVEit who need to enhance secure folder sharing capabilities, improve access governance, and maintain regulatory compliance across teams, partners, and external collaborators. It is suitable for departments that regularly exchange sensitive data and require auditable activities and policy-driven controls.
• Is downtime required to apply the upgrade? In most cases, applying an upgrade license can be completed with minimal disruption, often during a planned maintenance window. The exact impact depends on your MOVEit configuration and the upgrade process provided by Progress or your reseller. Always plan for a brief maintenance period and communicate with stakeholders.
• Does the upgrade include support and maintenance? Licensing terms vary by contract. In general, upgrade licenses may be bundled with standard support and maintenance for the applicable term. Check your agreement for specifics on coverage, response times, and renewal terms related to the Upgrade License.
• Can this upgrade be used in hybrid or multi-cloud deployments? Yes. MOVEit is designed for hybrid environments, and an Upgrade License for Secure Folder Sharing typically integrates with on-premises, cloud, or multi-cloud architectures, ensuring secure sharing policies and access controls apply consistently across environments.
• What should I do if I need help with the upgrade? Reach out to your Progress account representative, authorized reseller, or the MOVEit technical support team. They can assist with license validation, installation guidance, compatibility checks, and any post-upgrade validation needed to ensure your environment operates with the new features securely and efficiently.