# SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol)

<p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SSH_File_Transfer_Protocol" >SFTP</a> stands for SSH File Transfer Protocol. It is a secure file transfer mechanism that allows you to access, transfer, and manage your files over a reliable data stream.</p>
<p>RudderStack lets you transfer your warehouse data at scale to your downstream apps by leveraging SFTP.</p>
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<h2 id="links">Links</h2><p>This documentation is split into the following sections:</p>
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<li><a href="https://www.rudderstack.com/docs/destinations/reverse-etl-destinations/sftp/setup-guide/" >Set up SFTP destination in RudderStack</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.rudderstack.com/docs/destinations/reverse-etl-destinations/sftp/connect-retl-source/" >Connect Reverse ETL source to SFTP destination</a></li>
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