Progress WS_FTP Server v. 8.0 Secure + 1 Year Service Agreement - License - 1 License

Discover enterprise-grade secure file transfer with Progress WS_FTP Server v8.0 Secure. This non-production license unlocks a robust, feature-rich FTP server designed to streamline file exchange for development, testing, and QA environments. With a comprehensive 1-year service agreement, you gain access to essential updates and dependable technical support, ensuring peace of mind as you validate workflows, automate transfers, and safeguard sensitive data. Whether you’re integrating with your internal systems or enabling secure external partner file exchanges, WS_FTP Server 8.0 Secure delivers reliability, scalability, and security in a Windows PC environment.

• Secure, enterprise-grade file transfer: WS_FTP Server supports industry-standard security protocols to protect data in transit, including SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) and FTPS (FTP over TLS). This ensures that confidential information—budgets, customer data, or product files—moves between endpoints with strong encryption, authentication, and integrity checks.
• Centralized control and user management: Manage users, groups, directories, and permissions from a single console. Create granular access rules, enforce IP restrictions, and apply security policies that align with your organization’s compliance requirements, all while simplifying administration for IT teams.
• Automation, scheduling, and workflow automation: Build reliable transfer workflows with a powerful job scheduler, event-driven triggers, and automated notifications. Schedule recurring file transfers, integrate with scripts or external systems, and ensure timely delivery of mission-critical data without manual intervention.
• Reliability, auditing, and compliance-ready features: Maintain detailed logs, audit trails, and transfer statuses to meet governance and compliance needs. Resume interrupted transfers, monitor activity in real time, and generate reports that demonstrate secure handling of sensitive files.
• Non-production licensing with a 1-year service agreement: This license is tailored for non-production environments—perfect for development, testing, and QA. The included 1-year service agreement provides updates, access to support, and ongoing assurance as you validate transfer workflows before production rollout.

Technical Details of Progress WS_FTP Server v. 8.0 Secure + 1 Year Service Agreement - License - 1 License

• Product type: Software License for Progress WS_FTP Server
• Version: 8.0
• Edition: Secure
• License quantity: 1 License
• License scope: Non-production
• Platform: Windows PC
• Service agreement: 1 Year
• Includes: Software updates and technical support during the service period
• Activation: Requires activation key as part of the license delivery
• Usage intent: Ideal for development, testing, and QA environments prior to production deployment
• Manufacturer: Progress Software

how to install Progress WS_FTP Server v. 8.0 Secure + 1 Year Service Agreement - License - 1 License

• Step 1 — Prepare and verify: Confirm that your PC meets the minimum system requirements for WS_FTP Server 8.0 Secure. Ensure Windows is up to date and that you have administrator access on the machine where you will install the server.
• Step 2 — Acquire license and installer: Retrieve your WS_FTP Server 8.0 Secure installer package and the associated activation key as part of your 1-license non-production purchase. Keep credentials secure for activation and future support.
• Step 3 — Run the installer: Launch the WS_FTP Server installer and follow the on-screen prompts. Accept the license agreement, choose the installation path, and select the features you want enabled in your non-production environment.
• Step 4 — Activate and configure: Enter the activation key when prompted. Complete initial configuration by defining administrative credentials, creating an initial site, and setting up user accounts, directories, and permissions aligned with your security policies.
• Step 5 — Set security and protocols: Enable SFTP and FTPS as required, configure TLS settings, certificate management, and cipher suites appropriate for your environment. Enforce strong authentication methods and implement IP access rules as needed.
• Step 6 — Schedule transfers and monitoring: Create transfer jobs, set schedules, and configure alerts. Verify connectivity to target endpoints, test resume on failure, and ensure logs are collecting as expected for auditing.
• Step 7 — Validate and test: Run end-to-end transfer tests in your non-production environment. Validate data integrity, permissions, and workflow triggers. Document results and adjust configurations before any production deployment.

Frequently asked questions

• What does the 1-year service agreement include? The service agreement typically covers software updates and technical support for one year from purchase. It ensures access to product enhancements and assistance should you encounter installation, configuration, or operation issues.
• Is this license suitable for production use? No. The license described is specifically labeled for non-production use (development, testing, QA). Production deployments typically require production-appropriate licensing terms and perhaps a different edition or quantity.
• What protocols does WS_FTP Server 8.0 Secure support? It supports secure file transfer protocols such as SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) and FTPS (FTP over TLS), providing encrypted data in transit and robust authentication options.
• Can I install WS_FTP Server on a Windows PC in a small team? Yes. The license is designed for a single PC and is well-suited for development teams or QA environments that need to validate file transfer workflows before moving to production.
• What kind of administration is required? You’ll manage users, permissions, and transfer jobs from a centralized console. Regular maintenance includes updating certificates, reviewing logs, and auditing transfers to meet compliance requirements.
• How do updates and support work during the service year? During the 1-year service agreement, you receive product updates and access to technical support resources. After the service year, you may renew or upgrade per vendor terms.
• Is non-production pricing the same as production pricing? Non-production pricing provides a cost-effective way to license the software for testing and development environments. Production deployments usually involve different licensing terms and costs.