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FTP check
FTP Check
Verify FTP server functionality for file transfer, its response and security.
What does the FTP check do?
It verifies the FTP server that transfers and manages files. Tests availability, response and security so data transfer is secure and uninterrupted.
Why monitor FTP?
FTP servers are key for managing and transferring data. A failure risks data loss or interrupted operations.
- Ensures reliable file transfer.
- Identifies availability or speed issues.
- Maintains security and trust of transfers.
What do the individual fields mean and why do they matter?
11 fields1
FTP server
What it meansAddress of your FTP server (e.g. ftp.example.com).
Why it mattersDetermines the server to be monitored.
2
Security
What it meansEncryption the server uses (e.g. FTPS or implicit SSL).
Why it mattersProtects data transfer against unauthorized access.
3
Port
What it meansPort the FTP server uses (e.g. 21 for FTP, 990 for FTPS).
Why it mattersEnsures a correct connection.
4
IP protocol: IPv4/IPv6
What it meansIP address type the server is reachable on.
Why it mattersAllows access to older and modern networks.
5
User and Password
What it meansCredentials to authenticate to the FTP server.
Why it mattersVerifies access is configured correctly.
6
Connection / Response timeout
What it meansMaximum time to wait for connection or response.
Why it mattersIdentifies slow or unavailable servers.
7
Slow (ms)
What it meansResponse threshold above which the server is slow.
Why it mattersWatches performance and reveals issues.
8
Certificate warning (days)
What it meansDays before SSL/TLS expiration to notify.
Why it mattersEnsures timely renewal and a trusted server.
9
Check certificate expiration
What it meansVerifies SSL/TLS certificate validity.
Why it mattersProtects against expired certificate risks.
10
Check certificate trust
What it meansTests if a trusted authority issued it.
Why it mattersEnsures secure data transfer.
11
Check block lists (DNSBL)
What it meansWatches if the server IP is blacklisted.
Why it mattersBlacklisted servers may have trust or connectivity issues.
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