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Bhavesh Jha - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Support Executive at Digitaltrack
Real User
Top 5
Apr 16, 2026
Automation has transformed secure file transfers and now delivers reliable, centralized control
Pros and Cons
  • "The best feature of GoAnywhere MFT is the automation of file transfer, so once configured, processes run without manual effort, improving efficiency and reliability while also providing strong security and encryption along with centralized management control."

    What is our primary use case?

    GoAnywhere MFT is used to securely move files between the system and external partners, replacing the traditional file transfer method with a more controlled and secure approach.

    For example, daily reports are automatically generated and transferred to another system at a scheduled time, so no action is required and this ensures timely delivery of the file.

    What is most valuable?

    The best feature of GoAnywhere MFT is the automation of file transfer, so once configured, processes run without manual effort, improving efficiency and reliability while also providing strong security and encryption along with centralized management control.

    The centralized management feature in GoAnywhere MFT has been the most impactful aspect for our team, mainly because it replaced multiple tools and scripts with a single unified platform, helping provide a single pane of glass for all the transfers and faster troubleshooting and issue resolution with the help of this solution.

    GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving the reliability and security of file transfers, so manual errors have been reduced and operations have become more efficient.

    It has significantly improved efficiency, and the time savings have been quite noticeable in our day-to-day operations, really saving time through automation and faster troubleshooting and issue resolution whenever any issue occurs.

    What needs improvement?

    GoAnywhere MFT is a powerful solution, and as of now, there is no need for any improvements since it is working perfectly and workflows are also properly defined.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for more than three years.
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    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    GoAnywhere MFT is a pretty stable solution in my experience.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Scalability-wise, GoAnywhere MFT is a very good solution, well-suited for my organization over time based on growth.

    How are customer service and support?

    Customer support for GoAnywhere MFT is good and knowledgeable in their technical areas, providing resolution within a timeline.

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    Since starting, I am using GoAnywhere MFT and have not used a different solution before.

    What was our ROI?

    I have seen a good return on investment mainly through automation, reduced manual efforts, and improved reliability, with time savings, a reduction in errors and failures, faster troubleshooting, and good visibility.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    I have had a good experience with the sales team of the vendor and also experience with the pricing, setup cost, and licensing since they provide help in procuring the solution.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    Before choosing GoAnywhere MFT, I have not gone for evaluation of other options.

    What other advice do I have?

    I rate GoAnywhere MFT nine out of ten.

    I chose nine out of ten because every solution needs to be improved based on future requirements, and as of now, it delivers excellent value in terms of automation, security, and reliability, which are critical for a managed file transfer solution.

    I really recommend GoAnywhere MFT and my main advice for any organization considering this solution is to focus on automation and plan properly at the initial stage, as good planning is really needed to identify use cases, leverage full automation features, and design workflows. My overall review rating for GoAnywhere MFT is nine out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
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    Sr.Technical Support Executive at Digitaltrack Solution Private Limited
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    Top 5Leaderboard
    Jun 1, 2026
    Automated secure file transfers have reduced manual work and improve monitoring and compliance
    Pros and Cons
    • "GoAnywhere MFT positively impacts my organization by improving the security and reliability of my file transfer process, reducing manual effort, improving monitoring, and helping automate routing transfer activities across teams."
    • "GoAnywhere MFT could be improved in terms of UI modernization and faster troubleshooting visibility for failed transfers, with more advanced reporting customization being very helpful."

    What is our primary use case?

    I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for around two years for secure file transfer and automation activities.

    I mainly use GoAnywhere MFT for secure file transfer and automated data exchange between internal servers and external partners. For example, I use it to automate scheduled file transfers and monitor transfers for success or failures.

    Automating those transfers and monitoring for failures significantly impacts my daily work, as it has reduced manual effort and saved time for the operation team. Automated transfers and failure alerts help us avoid manual monitoring and ensure files are delivered securely and on time.

    GoAnywhere MFT has also helped me with secure partner file sharing, scheduling recurring transfers, and maintaining audit logs for tracking file transfer activities.

    What is most valuable?

    The best features GoAnywhere MFT offers include secure file transfer, automation, scheduling, centralized monitoring, detailed audit logs, and support for multiple transfer protocols like SFTP and HTTPS.

    I rely most on the automation and centralized monitoring features in my daily operations. The scheduling and alerting capabilities stand out because they help ensure file transfers run smoothly without constant manual intervention.

    Additionally, I find the audit logging and reporting very useful for troubleshooting and compliance tracking, especially when handling critical file transfers.

    GoAnywhere MFT positively impacts my organization by improving the security and reliability of my file transfer process. It has reduced manual effort, improved monitoring, and helped automate routing transfer activities across teams.

    Specific outcomes include reduced manual monitoring effort and improved reliability of scheduled file transfers. Automated workflows and alerts have helped save operational time and reduce transfer-related errors.

    What needs improvement?

    GoAnywhere MFT could be improved in terms of UI modernization and faster troubleshooting visibility for failed transfers, with more advanced reporting customization being very helpful.

    Better integration with other security tools would improve overall management, and faster response time for some complex support cases would also be beneficial.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been working in my current field for over fourteen years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    GoAnywhere MFT has been stable in my environment and handles scheduled file transfer operations reliably with minimal issues.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    GoAnywhere MFT is scalable and can handle multiple automated workflows, users, and file transfer activity efficiently in an enterprise environment.

    How are customer service and support?

    My customer support experience has been good overall, as the support team is helpful during troubleshooting and technical issue resolution.

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    Previously, many file transfers were handled manually using scripts and standard SFTP tools. I moved to GoAnywhere MFT to get centralized management, automation, better monitoring, and secure audit tracking.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    I evaluated a few other managed file transfer solutions, but GoAnywhere MFT was selected because of its automation capabilities, centralized monitoring, and ease of managing secure file transfers.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    GoAnywhere MFT is deployed in my on-premises environment and integrated with the internal server and external partner connections for secure file transfer.
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    Software Engineer at Smart Connect Technologies
    Real User
    Top 5
    May 13, 2026
    Automation has streamlined secure data exchanges and central monitoring ensures reliable workflows
    Pros and Cons
    • "GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving transfer reliability, reducing manual file handling, and helping to standardize secure data exchange processes across different teams and external partners."
    • "The UI of GoAnywhere MFT could be more modern, and some advanced workflow configuration and troubleshooting steps could be made easier for administrators."

    What is our primary use case?

    My main use case for GoAnywhere MFT is for secure file transfer workflow automation and scheduled data exchanges between internal systems and external vendors.

    A recent scenario that stands out is that I use GoAnywhere MFT to automatically transfer encrypted financial and reporting files between our internal server and external partners on scheduled workflows with alerts for failed or delayed transfers.

    One thing that stands out about my main use case is how much manual effort it removes by centralizing transfer scheduling, encryption, and monitoring in a single platform.

    What is most valuable?

    The best features GoAnywhere MFT offers for me are workflow automation, secure file transfer protocols, centralized monitoring, detailed audit logging, and the ability to automate complex multi-step file transfer processes without relying on custom scripts.

    I find myself relying on centralized monitoring the most often because it helps tremendously. I can track all the files, transfers, failures, and user activity from one dashboard, which makes troubleshooting and compliance reporting much easier.

    The pre-built functions are very useful because they reduce the need for custom scripting and make recurring transfer workflows much easier to manage.

    GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving transfer reliability, reducing manual file handling, and helping to standardize secure data exchange processes across different teams and external partners.

    I measure those improvements by noting that we have seen fewer transfer failures and a significant reduction in manual intervention since most recurring file exchange tasks are now automated and centrally monitored.

    What needs improvement?

    The UI of GoAnywhere MFT could be more modern, and some advanced workflow configuration and troubleshooting steps could be made easier for administrators.

    Better API integrations and more detailed troubleshooting documentation would definitely help, especially when integrating with newer cloud platforms and third-party systems.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for two years.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    While scalability is good overall, I note that performance tuning and monitoring could be a bit more streamlined in very large environments.

    What other advice do I have?

    My advice for others looking into using GoAnywhere MFT is to take time to properly design your workflow and security policies and integrations early on because GoAnywhere MFT delivers the most value when automation and monitoring are well-planned from the start.

    GoAnywhere MFT has been a reliable and efficient platform for secure file transfer automation, especially in environments where visibility, compliance, and workflow reliability are important. I would rate this product an 8 out of 10.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Hybrid Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

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    Enterprise Application Analyst at a energy/utilities company with 1,001-5,000 employees
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    Top 10
    May 10, 2025
    Offers excellent flexibility and impressive features such as Secure FTP and Secure Mail
    Pros and Cons
    • "The whole application of GoAnywhere MFT is excellent. The user interface is intuitive. The flexibility for creating projects for managed file transfer is quite robust. I"
    • "The whole application of GoAnywhere MFT is excellent."
    • "The application uses resources such as network connections to shared directories or SFTP connections. I would appreciate seeing utilization metrics for these resources."
    • "We did have some issues a couple of months back where we were having some unscheduled outages, and the support team worked with me closely and provided a solution that appears to have fixed the problem."

    What is our primary use case?

    We use GoAnywhere MFT for managed file transfer, secure mail feature, and SFTP. It serves as our SFTP system.

    How has it helped my organization?

    We utilize the GoAnywhere Agent, which allows us to connect internally to our network. It functions similarly to a VPN tunnel. With the cloud version, there is minimal maintenance involved, including no need to worry about security certificate updates.

    Overall, it's been a good product for us, and I'm very happy with the support. There is also the ease of administration. You don't have to be a coding expert or anything like that to be able to create complex managed file transfer jobs.

    What is most valuable?

    The whole application of GoAnywhere MFT is excellent. The user interface is intuitive. The flexibility for creating projects for managed file transfer is quite robust. I can easily add new modules to any project through a drag and drop process, which is really nice. I have the ability to manually edit the XML code that is produced when creating a project using that method. I can also export the XML code.

    The Secure FTP feature gives me the ability to manually block IP addresses. It's a very secure system that automatically blocks certain IP addresses after multiple malicious connection attempts. Setting up new accounts is straightforward, and it's a robust SFTP system that uses the same interface as the regular GoAnywhere MFT, making it familiar for users. I can produce reports for security and have full control over secure protocols allowed on the system, making it easy to comply with security standards such as Sarbanes-Oxley.

    The Secure Mail feature is impressive. I've worked with several different secure mail applications, and this one has comparable features. You can dictate security levels, such as requiring a username and password or simply sending links. It also allows business users to request large files from vendors or partners without utilizing an FTP system for large file transfers. When requesting files, recipients can click on a link and upload their file through a secure file transfer. If I needed a 200-gig file from you, I could send you a request. You click on the link, and then you can upload your file. It's a secure file transfer. That's a nice feature about it. 

    What needs improvement?

    The application uses resources such as network connections to shared directories or SFTP connections. I would appreciate seeing utilization metrics for these resources. For example, when opening a resource, it would be beneficial to see which projects are utilizing that resource. A project transfers files from one location to another, and these locations are the resources. When opening the configuration for a resource such as an SFTP site, it would be helpful if it displayed which projects are utilizing that resource. 

    Overall, I'm very satisfied with the product. We did have some issues a couple of months back where we were having some unscheduled outages, and the support team worked with me closely and provided a solution that appears to have fixed the problem. I haven't seen any issues in over a month now.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    We have been using the cloud version of GoAnywhere MFT for approximately two years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    We experienced some unscheduled outages a couple of months back, but the support team worked closely with us and provided a solution that appears to have fixed the problem. Essentially, the application needed to be updated to the current version, so I really can't blame the application because our cloud wasn't on the current version. We have a very crowded schedule as far as our MFT jobs are concerned. The delay was because I had to wait after we went through payroll and month closing tasks before doing an upgrade. We did experience a little bit of trouble, but it was resolved quickly.

    How are customer service and support?

    The experience was excellent. The support technician who worked with me initially owned the ticket through the whole process, even after escalating to developers or higher-level support. The technician stayed with the ticket until resolution and followed up afterward.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    The nearest alternative I've used is Oracle Cloud Integrations, which is essentially a fancy managed file transfer system. It has connections similar to resources and file transfer capability, including SFTP capability. It does not have secure mail capability, but it is comparable to an Oracle Integration type system.

    How was the initial setup?

    I've been with the company for 25 years. Prior to using the cloud version of GoAnywhere MFT, we were hosting GoAnywhere MFT in-house. It was an on-prem system, whereas now, we're in the cloud. We've been using the cloud version for only two years, but we used the in-house version for six years prior to that. I was instrumental in moving to the cloud version. I also did the proposal to use GoAnywhere SFTP. I did a proof of concept and all that. I pushed it through. I was pretty much the one who pushed for GoAnywhere SFTP, but we have been using the MFT service for years and years.

    Deploying GoAnywhere MFT was straightforward, especially the cloud version. We encountered minor issues with whitelisting IP addresses during the learning process. The challenging part was transferring our old MFT on-premises jobs to the new cloud version.

    There was some confusion with the agent because it functions as two different sides of the same application. The agent side communicates with your network while the other side operates independently. Creating projects in the correct area is crucial. For example, projects needing an internal network connection should be created inside the agent console. The process of switching between the regular console and agent console could be improved, as it's somewhat cumbersome.

    The cloud version deployment was simple, though on-premises installation can be more complex.

    In terms of maintenance, I don't even have to worry about security certificates anymore. Previously, I had to update the security certificates on the on-prem servers, but that's true for any application. There's almost no management.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    The pricing for GoAnywhere MFT seems reasonable when compared to other similar services, especially cloud services. Azure is significantly more expensive.

    What other advice do I have?

    We don't use its connectors at this point. It's pretty much standalone. We are an Oracle cloud customer as well. Most integrations are managed within the cloud because they have their own connectors. Cloud-to-cloud transfers for services like Salesforce don't require routing through our system unless it's for archival purposes.

    It's an excellent product. I would recommend it. I would rate GoAnywhere MFT a nine out of ten. The cloud version is relatively new to everyone, and there were instances where the support team was going through their own learning process. However, they handled everything professionally. The pace of technology advancement is rapid, but they maintain excellent service.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

    Other
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    Sr Software Engineer at Pune IT Labs
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    Top 20
    Jun 18, 2025
    An affordable solution for secure and streamlined file transfers
    Pros and Cons
    • "It helps me keep all my sensitive data and files secure and safe. The software's user interface is friendly and intuitive, making it easy to use and navigate without any hassle."
    • "I would highly recommend the use of GoAnywhere MFT to any individual or organization because it enhances managed and secure file transfer processes between systems and with partners."
    • "would like to see GoAnywhere MFT integrating with more connectors or rather more integration with third-party tools. I feel there is still room for improvement in that area, but I'm quite satisfied overall."

    What is our primary use case?

    I use GoAnywhere MFT to simplify and automate the file transfer process.

    How has it helped my organization?

    GoAnywhere MFT streamlines, automates, and simplifies the secure file transfer process, helping to reduce the manual efforts and repetitive tasks of file transfer, which tends to be cost-effective and time-saving.

    GoAnywhere MFT always keeps me in compliance with data security requirements, such as global data protection regulations (GDPR). 

    Some of the connectors that I have used or integrated GoAnywhere MFT with include Box, Microsoft SharePoint, and Google Drive. While integrating this product, GoAnywhere MFT simplifies the process of transferring files securely. I am satisfied with the range of out-of-the-box connectors. 

    I use the GoFast feature to accelerate data transmission. The GoFast feature helps me speed up the exchange of data and improves the process of exchanging data.

    What is most valuable?

    It helps me keep all my sensitive data and files secure and safe. The software's user interface is friendly and intuitive, making it easy to use and navigate without any hassle. 

    I'm delighted with the top-notch customer support that we get. The support team is highly dedicated to resolving any issues I may have faced whenever using the product. 

    I'm able to track all my file transfer activities while using GoAnywhere MFT.

    One of the best features of GoAnywhere MFT is its integration with other third-party tools, such as Microsoft SharePoint, Box, Dropbox, and Google Drive. This integration simplifies the file transfer process, saving me more time because its purpose is to enable time-saving during the file transfer process.

    What needs improvement?

    I would like to see GoAnywhere MFT integrating with more connectors or rather more integration with third-party tools. I feel there is still room for improvement in that area, but I'm quite satisfied overall.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I've been using this solution for about one and a half years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    It's stable. I would rate the stability as a nine out of ten.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Scalability is simple. I would give it a nine out of ten for scalability.

    In our organization, the number of users is between 10 to 20, as our organization size is between 10 to 50.

    How are customer service and support?

    I would rate the technical support a ten out of ten. GoAnywhere offers top-rated customer support. They are always available whenever I need them.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    How was the initial setup?

    The deployment process was easy and fast. For me to get GoAnywhere MFT running, it took between one to three days.

    We have it deployed both on-premise and in the cloud. The cloud deployment is with Amazon and Azure.

    It requires some maintenance, but it is easy to maintain GoAnywhere MFT.

    What was our ROI?

    I've seen a return on investment of between 25% to 30% of the total amount of time saved.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    The pricing of GoAnywhere MFT is affordable compared to other similar products. It's not expensive, according to me. What influenced my purchase decision was the fact that the product was quite affordable.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    One thing that makes GoAnywhere MFT stand out against its competitors is its compatibility with multiple platforms, as I can use it on Windows, Mac, and Linux. It offers flexible deployment options, allowing me to deploy it on-premise or in the cloud. 

    GoAnywhere MFT offers a browser-based user interface that I find intuitive and user-friendly. Additionally, it enhances the automation of the file transfer process, and I recommend its file and data encryption features for their high security compared to other similar products.

    What other advice do I have?

    I would suggest giving it a trial because it's worth the time, as it will help save more time and reduce human effort during the file transfer process. Consider it even when the price seems high because it allows management of all file transfers from a centralized place, making it easy to access and manage files.

    I would highly recommend the use of GoAnywhere MFT to any individual or organization because it enhances managed and secure file transfer processes between systems and with partners. Additionally, it's cost-effective, saving more time and money through file transfer automation, making it a more economical choice.

    I would rate GoAnywhere MFT a nine out of ten.

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    Technique at Digitaltrack
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    Top 5Leaderboard
    Jun 5, 2026
    Automation has transformed secure file transfers and now centralizes compliant data exchange
    Pros and Cons
    • "The combination of automation, security, and centralized management makes GoAnywhere MFT a reliable and efficient platform for my file transfer needs."

      What is our primary use case?

      I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for around three years. The primary use case for GoAnywhere MFT is secure file transfer and automation, and I use it to exchange business-critical files between internal systems.

      I use GoAnywhere MFT for secure file transport between internal systems, customers, and external partners. The type of workflow involves the automatic pickup of files from SFTP locations, validation, and encryption using PGP before transferring them to the destination. It also sends email notifications for successes or failures. Recently, I implemented an automatic workflow that transfers daily business reports from application servers to partner organizations, which reduced manual effort and improved transfer reliability, security, and audit tracking.

      Overall, GoAnywhere MFT has helped to centralize and automate my file transfer processes while improving security, compliance, and visibility. With automated auditing and support for multiple protocols, I have reduced manual intervention and operational risks. It has become a key platform for managing secure data exchange with internal systems and external partners.

      What is most valuable?

      The standout features of GoAnywhere MFT are workflow automation, secure managed file transfer, SFTP, FTP, PGP encryption, centralized monitoring with detailed audit logs, and automated email alerts, which significantly reduce manual effort while improving security and compliance.

      Workflow automation is the feature I rely on the most day-to-day. It automates file transfer, encryption, validation, and notifications, which reduces manual work, minimizes errors, and ensures files are delivered on time without constant monitoring.

      The combination of automation, security, and centralized management makes GoAnywhere MFT a reliable and efficient platform for my file transfer needs. GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving operational efficiency through automating the file transfer process, reducing manual intervention, minimizing errors, and enhancing security and compliance through centralized monitoring, encryption, and audit trails. I also have better reliability and visibility into my business-critical file exchanges.

      What needs improvement?

      GoAnywhere MFT could be improved with a more modern and intuitive user interface, enhanced dashboard customization, and advanced reporting and analytics capabilities. An initial setup and workflow design process could help new users get up to speed more quickly.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have been working in my current field for more than ten years.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      GoAnywhere MFT scales well for my needs. As my file volume, workflows, and partner connections increased, I was able to expand its use without significant challenges. Its centralized management, automation, and capabilities make it easy to support my growing business requirements while maintaining performance and reliability.

      How are customer service and support?

      My overall experience with customer support has been positive for GoAnywhere MFT. The support team representatives are knowledgeable and helpful in resolving technical issues and configuration-related questions. While the response time can vary depending on complexity, the overall support quality has been reliable and effective.

      Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

      I have not extensively used any AI-related features with GoAnywhere MFT, as my primary use is secure file transfer protocol automation, so I cannot accurately assess the accuracy and reliability of its AI capabilities.

      Which other solutions did I evaluate?

      I evaluated other managed file transfer solutions before choosing GoAnywhere MFT, which included IBM Securely File Transfer Protocol and Globalscape EFT.

      Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

      On-premises
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      Data Manager at Gitarattan International Business School
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      Apr 2, 2026
      Automation has simplified secure file transfers and supports smooth team workflows
      Pros and Cons
      • "The automation of GoAnywhere MFT is the best thing about it, and the interface of this software is also really easy to use for me and my teammates, which really helps us transfer files within our organization securely and automates the whole process for us, making it really easy."
      • "It takes a little time to understand all of the workflow, and it has a bit of a learning curve, even with the easy interface."

      What is our primary use case?

      For GoAnywhere MFT, we have explored some of the connectors like Salesforce and SharePoint. In our case, we used it for most of the basic integrations, not the very advanced ones, so it was quite easy for us.

      What is most valuable?

      The automation of GoAnywhere MFT is the best thing about it. The interface of this software is also really easy to use for me and my teammates.

      It really helps us transfer files within our organization really securely and automates the whole process for us, which makes it really easy.

      What needs improvement?

      It takes a little time to understand all of the workflow, and it has a bit of a learning curve, even with the easy interface. When we were trying to set up the software at the start, it took us a few days, and it was a bit complex initially for me.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have been working here for more than two years.

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      I have never seen a lag or crash type issue.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      For scalability, GoAnywhere MFT is quite scalable. We do not require it to be scaled at a very large amount, so it is not an issue for us, but I think that it is quite scalable. We have never thought about scaling it.

      How are customer service and support?

      The experience was quite good and helpful. They were able to resolve the issue in a reasonable time.

      How was the initial setup?

      The initial setup took us quite a few days in our case, but we did not require a big team. Initially, we had two to three people involved in this for the setup and the testing of it repeatedly.

      What other advice do I have?

      Regarding agents, we are aware of this feature and have used it in a very limited way for running tasks on remote systems. We have not used this heavily, so it is not useful where direct connectivity is not possible.

      I have not used this specific feature in my use case.

      I have heard of it, and I guess it is for when you want to transfer your data extremely fast, but I have not used it and have not needed it.

      The maintenance is quite low because once we have set up all the transfers and everything is in place, maintenance is only minimal, so that is not an issue for me. I would rate this product an 8 out of 10.

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      Information Technology Manager at Everseen
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      Mar 30, 2026
      Secure encryption has supported long-term file transfers but performance remains a concern
      Pros and Cons
      • "Encryption is my favorite feature of GoAnywhere MFT, and it performs really well in this capacity."
      • "GoAnywhere MFT has stability concerns. Memory usage is heavy and memory-intensive, which causes lagging and performance issues."

      What is our primary use case?

      I use GoAnywhere MFT for data transfer and file management in my work.

      What is most valuable?

      Encryption is my favorite feature of GoAnywhere MFT. It performs really well in this capacity. I have not used the connectors for services such as Salesforce, SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics, or other services. I have not used the agents in relation to GoAnywhere MFT. I have not tried using the Secure Forms feature to transfer text data from one computer to another. I have not tried using the GoFast feature to accelerate data transmission.

      What needs improvement?

      I would appreciate improvements in GoAnywhere MFT's overall functionality and performance.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have been using the solution since 2023.

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      GoAnywhere MFT has stability concerns. Memory usage is heavy and memory-intensive, which causes lagging and performance issues.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      GoAnywhere MFT has scalability limitations that impact its ability to grow with organizational needs.

      How are customer service and support?

      I rate the technical support for GoAnywhere MFT at eight or nine out of ten.

      Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

      I have not tried using alternatives to GoAnywhere MFT that do the same thing. I have not used Fortra.

      How was the initial setup?

      The initial deployment of GoAnywhere MFT was easy. I was the person who installed it. I do not recall the exact timeframe for the first deployment.

      What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

      The pricing for GoAnywhere MFT is a consideration for implementation.

      What other advice do I have?

      GoAnywhere MFT requires minimal maintenance on my end.

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      reviewer2774202 - PeerSpot reviewer
      Cloud Engineer II at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees
      Real User
      Top 5
      Oct 31, 2025
      Encryption and fast file transfers have improved how I share critical data securely
      Pros and Cons
      • "My favorite feature of GoAnywhere MFT is encryption because when we use other products, files are not encrypted, and when there are critical files that we are transferring, they should be encrypted in transit and also at rest."
      • "Recently, Microsoft published an article stating that GoAnywhere MFT can be attacked by ransomware, indicating there was a vulnerability in the product."

      What is our primary use case?

      I work as a cyber security analyst, and I use GoAnywhere MFT for file transfers. When there is any event, or when we require any logs from users, or when we need to send log files to users, I use this FTP for transferring the files. This is the basic use case for what we use GoAnywhere MFT for.

      What is most valuable?

      My favorite feature of GoAnywhere MFT is encryption because when we use other products, files are not encrypted. When there are critical files that we are transferring, they should be encrypted in transit and also at rest. GoAnywhere MFT provides this feature, and I think that is one of the best features it offers.

      The GoFast feature of GoAnywhere MFT is definitely useful because at times, we have larger files to transmit. In my field of security, there is a use case where we need to transfer large files from large volumes. At these times, the GoFast feature is very useful because it transfers a large amount of files in less time. From a security perspective, it is very beneficial because in less time, you get more data to access.

      What needs improvement?

      I feel there is not a complete new feature that GoAnywhere MFT can improve on, but I think they can improve the user interface. It should be more intuitive to use, with organized options, and the console should also be centralized. If you look at the documentation of GoAnywhere MFT about the user interface, nothing more detailed is written. I think the UI should be improved.

      We can also talk about security. Recently, Microsoft published an article stating that GoAnywhere MFT can be attacked by ransomware, indicating there was a vulnerability in the product. I think that can be improved by enhancing security and patching the vulnerabilities. These two areas, user interface and security, are what I think can be improved.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for the past three to four months in my career overall.

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      I did not observe any downtime, instability, or performance issues with GoAnywhere MFT. Whenever I have used it and whenever I needed it, it worked fine. I think it is steady and working fine, so it is generally stable.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      GoAnywhere MFT can be used by medium to large enterprises. The cost factor comes into play for small enterprises wanting to work with it, but for medium to large enterprises, GoAnywhere MFT is truly scalable and can be effectively utilized.

      How are customer service and support?

      I did not contact technical support or customer support for GoAnywhere MFT because I did not encounter any issues.

      How would you rate customer service and support?

      Neutral

      How was the initial setup?

      The initial deployment of GoAnywhere MFT was good from a deployment perspective. I think any technical professional working on deployments or tools finds it easy. However, for a non-technical person, it might be a little difficult. Overall, it is easy to set up both on-premises and in the cloud. I do not think there is any flaw in it, and any technical professional can easily set it up.

      Which other solutions did I evaluate?

      I have used FileZilla as an alternative to GoAnywhere MFT. It is also a file transfer product, but it is not as comprehensive and not as detailed as GoAnywhere MFT. It has very limited features, but it can be counted as an alternative to GoAnywhere MFT.

      What other advice do I have?

      I do not know much about the pricing for GoAnywhere MFT, but I have heard from my colleague that the pricing is also somewhat high compared to other products. I think pricing could be a little lower so that small enterprises working in the field can afford it and use it. It should be more cost-effective so that all can benefit from the product.

      I did not use the connectors that GoAnywhere MFT includes in the solution, so I am not able to comment much about them.

      I use the Agents for automation, workflows, and systems with GoAnywhere MFT.

      I have tried using the Secure Forms feature of GoAnywhere MFT, which allows end users to upload files. It is also a way of collecting data or uploading files to a user or partner and then automating the workflow.

      Regarding the time it took me to deploy GoAnywhere MFT for the first time, there are steps involved in deployment, so I do not remember the overall time.

      I would rate this review an 8 out of 10.

      Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

      On-premises
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      Yash Bawane - PeerSpot reviewer
      Data engineer at tcs
      Real User
      Top 5Leaderboard
      Aug 18, 2025
      Automation of repetitive file transfers saves time and supports compliance
      Pros and Cons
      • "GoAnywhere MFT has many features that I appreciate, but most of all, it automates repetitive file transfers, so we don't have to waste our time doing them manually."
      • "GoAnywhere MFT is almost perfect, but I feel that the initial setup takes some effort."

      What is our primary use case?

      As a DevOps specialist, I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for about six to seven months, mostly working on setting up automation for file transfer, handling integration, and monitoring secure data and exchange between our system partners.

      I used GoAnywhere MFT in my last company, where there were approximately 200 to 220 employees who used this system to share files.

      What is most valuable?

      GoAnywhere MFT has many features that I appreciate, but most of all, it automates repetitive file transfers, so we don't have to waste our time doing them manually.

      It supports many protocols, such as SFTP and FTP, which makes it easy to work with different partners.

      The logging and audit trails are very detailed, which helps me and my team with compliance and troubleshooting.

      The system is quite reliable. The transfers rarely fail, and if they do, we get alerts immediately, as it has the best monitoring and logging.

      Since it's not difficult to deploy with the cloud, it takes around one week. It depends on the manpower and the team. Our team consists of nearly 13 people, and they are the best at their work. We approximately need one week to completely deploy it on any system.

      What needs improvement?

      GoAnywhere MFT is almost perfect, but I feel that the initial setup takes some effort.

      It's not extremely hard, but you need to understand the product thoroughly.

      The support from GoAnywhere MFT could be more helpful for new users. The deployment was straightforward but needed some planning.

      These two aspects could be improved.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      As a DevOps specialist, I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for about six to seven months, mostly working on setting up automation for file transfer, handling integration, and monitoring secure data and exchange between our system partners.

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      In terms of stability, it is nearly 90% to 92% stable.

      The user interface is somewhat out-of-date and feels antiquated.

      It could be better, but overall, it's very stable, and there are not many issues or bugs.

      I would rate the stability a seven.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      Regarding scalability, it's perfect for handling large data, so it is very scalable.

      We have used a lot of data to share via GoAnywhere MFT.

      It also has data recovery features that are very useful in any troubleshooting.

      How are customer service and support?


      The support team was responsive and helpful.

      They guided us thoroughly whenever we had an issue.

      It's somewhat expensive compared to smaller solutions, but the features and compliance value made it worth it for our company.

      I am a user, and there are head seniors who maintain the entire relationship with the vendor. I just had one or two meetings with the vendor to discuss troubleshooting problems.

      How would you rate customer service and support?

      How was the initial setup?

      GoAnywhere MFT is almost perfect, but I feel that the initial setup takes some effort.

      It's not extremely hard, but you need to understand the product thoroughly.

      The support from GoAnywhere MFT could be more helpful for new users. The deployment was straightforward but needed some planning.

      What about the implementation team?

      Since it's not difficult to deploy to the cloud, it takes around one week. It depends on the manpower and the team.

      Our team consists of nearly 13 people, and they are the best at their work.

      We need around one week to completely deploy it on a system.

      What other advice do I have?


      The range of connectors that GoAnywhere provides requires some planning because I basically integrate it with ERP and cloud storage such as AWS S3 and Azure, and some internal databases.

      Once we set it up, the workflows run smoothly.

      I would rate the technical support an eight out of ten.

      In implementation, use cases and compliance need more implementation, and they should make use of automation features, as that's where you get the real value.

      We also used to provide our team with basic training so they can adopt it quickly.

      I would recommend GoAnywhere MFT to other users.

      I would give it an eight out of ten because it's a very useful software platform to use for secure file transferring, and it's very helpful for benefiting any organization.

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