Introduction

Lack of access to an SFTP server can hinder MuleSoft developers from testing POCs and validating integrations. The solution? Set up your own SFTP server for free! This blog walks you through the process step-by-step.

Prerequisites

• SFTP Cloud Account

Step 1: Create SFTP Cloud Account

1. Go to https://app.sftpcloud.io/register

   • The email must be unique

   • 7 days free trial

Step 2: Create SFTP Instance

1. Once logged in, click the button 'New SFTP Instance'

2. Choose a region (i.e. us-east-1)

   
   

4. Set an Instance name (randomly generated) and set Instance storage to "SFTP Cloud"

5. Once SFTP instance is created, go to 'Users' tab

6. Find your Root User and click 'Connection details'

7. Copy and paste the important connection details from SFTP Cloud Instance

   • Host

   • Port

   • Username

   • Password

Step 3: Test Connectivity in Anypoint Studio 7.x

1. Create or open any Mule project in Anypoint Studio

2. Add SFTP module from Exchange

3. Setup SFTP Config and add the connection details

4. Click 'Test Connection' to verify

Conclusion

With this guide, you can set up a free SFTP server and take control of your MuleSoft POCs. By creating your own server, you'll gain flexibility, reduce dependencies, and enhance your development process. Try it out today and experience the freedom of seamless testing!