Listrak supports multiple file transfer options to accommodate both modern and legacy integration requirements.
SFTP (Recommended)
SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is the preferred file transfer method for all new integrations.
Endpoint: transfer.listrak.com
Security characteristics:
Encrypted communication channel using SSH
Modern cipher suite support
Protection of credentials and transferred data while in transit
Supports both username/password and SSH public key authentication
SSH public key authentication is only available for external SFTP integrations.
FTP and Legacy SFTP
For clients that require compatibility with legacy systems, Listrak also provides:
Endpoint: ftp.listrak.com
This endpoint supports legacy transfer requirements, including environments that have not yet migrated to the modern SFTP platform or that require older cipher compatibility.
Security characteristics:
Username/password authentication only
Does not support SSH public key authentication
May be used by clients that require legacy protocol or cipher support
š” All file transfers through ftp.listrak.com must use Listrak's integrated PGP encryption functionality. PGP encrypts the file contents before transmission to provide an additional layer of protection for sensitive data.
Security Recommendations
Listrak recommends:
Using SFTP whenever possible.
Connecting through transfer.listrak.com.
Using SSH public key authentication for external SFTP integrations when supported.
Using PGP encryption for sensitive data transfers.
Clients using ftp.listrak.com are required to use PGP encryption until they can migrate to the preferred SFTP platform.