Diplomat MFT 
Latest Release 9.5:
The Industry’s Most Secure Browser-Based File Transfer Solution
PGP Web
Interface
Threat Intelligence & IP Protection
SFTP Connections Reporting
PGP Enforcement Rules
Enhanced Integration & Automation
Version 9.5
What’s new in version 9.5 of Diplomat MFT?
Diplomat MFT version 9.5 is the managed file transfer industry’s most secure browser-based file transfer solution. By excluding unnecessary functionalities common to browsers (such as link sharing) and streamlining the architecture to include only those that are required, Coviant Software has minimized the risk profile of executing browser-based file transfers using Diplomat MFT 9.5.
What’s more, Coviant Software is the first MFT vendor to automate PGP file encryption for browser-based file transfers. No other managed file transfer solution offers browser-based PGP encryption. This means organizations with extensive information supply chains can extend the option for browser-based transfers to their smaller partners – without sacrificing security for convenience. Many organizations struggle with non-technical trading partners who find installing and configuring SFTP clients (like FileZilla or WinSCP) too difficult, or who don’t understand ports, settings, or key exchanges. With Diplomat MFT 9.5, you can enable automatic, transparent PGP encryption directly in the browser, eliminating risk in your information supply chain. Let’s take a closer look at all the security and efficiency features:
What’s new in Diplomat MFT?
Key Diplomat MFT enhancements include:
Secure, Browser-Based File Transfers: Allows your partners to simply use a standard web browser. Just send a URL and login credentials. No third-party tools, no software, no training needed.
Automated PGP Browser-Based File Transfers: Mandate PGP policy across your entire information supply chain, removing complexity and enhancing security.
Threat Intelligence: Real-time blocking of malicious IP addresses with automated threat detection to prevent intrusions and advanced persistent threats.
IP Access Rules: Granular control to block high-risk IP addresses, ensuring only trusted users and networks have access.
PGP Enforcement Rules: Automatically removes files that aren't PGP encrypted, preventing exposure of sensitive information and ensuring data protection compliance.
SFTP Connections Report: Complete visibility into file access for compliance audits and security monitoring with full transparency.
Syslog Logging: Centralized monitoring of all system logins to identify suspicious activity across the entire network.
Zoho WorkDrive Transport Type: Easy integration and automated file transfers to Zoho WorkDrive, reducing manual work and errors.
Expanded RegEx: More flexibility in organizing file names and file types, reducing manual sorting and errors.
Connection Map Report: Visual documentation of data flow for compliance (HIPAA, etc.) showing connections between systems made by Diplomat MFT.
Granular Permissions and Custom Roles: Fine-tuned access control for improved security and regulatory compliance with role-based security.
Support for SSO (Single Sign-On) for Administrators: Simplifies administrator login, centralizes user management, and reduces administrative overhead.
If you have questions, please reach out to schedule a discussion and quick demonstration of Diplomat MFT. Or you can take Diplomat MFT for a free 15-day test drive with no obligations.
Features & Benefits
Diplomat MFT: All-in-One MFT Made Easy
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Eliminate Enterprise File Transfer Risks
Transform manual, error-prone processes into automated, secure workflows that reduce operational overhead, accelerate partner onboarding, and ensure business-critical transfers meet SLA commitments.
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Meet Your Regulatory Requirements
Adhere to HIPAA, GLBA, GDPR, PCI-DSS, and SOX standards with automated encryption management, role-based access controls, and detailed audit documentation.
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Shielded Information Supply Chain
Mandate PGP Encryption across the entire information supply chain using a PGP Web Interface. No onboarding, No third-party tools, No key management.
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Integrate with Your Existing Infrastructure
Manage multiple workflows simultaneously using SFTP, FTPS, HTTP/HTTPS, PGP encryption, and database connectivity with seamless ERP, CRM, and cloud platform integration.
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Deploy Where You Need It
On-premises, cloud-native, or hybrid configurations with native AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud support. REST APIs enable DevOps pipeline integration without vendor lock-in.
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Zero-Breach Track Record
20+ years of enterprise deployments with no security breaches. PGP encryption, multi-factor authentication, LDAP integration, and role-based permissions protect your most sensitive data.
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Streamline Complex Workflows
Create sophisticated file transfer processes with intuitive point-and-click interface, automated scheduling, and trigger-based processing without requiring technical expertise.
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Built-In Business Continuity Safeguards
High availability architecture with automated failover, comprehensive audit trails, one-click compliance reporting, and file integrity verification to protect your operations.
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Enterprise Support Without Enterprise Costs
24/7 expert support, dedicated implementation assistance, and ethical pricing that delivers enterprise capabilities without vendor lock-in or hidden fees.
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Handle Your Most Demanding Workloads
Support multi-gigabyte files, thousands of concurrent transfers, and complex digital supply chains with automatic retry and recovery capabilities built for enterprise environments.
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Complete Operational Visibility
Monitor all file transfer jobs in real-time with detailed logging, customizable alerts via email/Slack/Teams, and comprehensive reporting for operational insights.
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Go Live in Weeks, Not Months
Pre-built connectors, MFT Migration services from legacy systems, and dedicated implementation support ensure fast deployment with minimal business disruption.
Years of experience
Individual transfers per day
Terabytes transferred per day
Concurrent jobs
Standard
A complete secure file transfer platform. For IT teams that don’t need enterprise-scale automation.
Billed annually $3,999
Not available on Standard. Optional add-on with Professional, included in Enterprise. Encrypts every browser upload before it leaves the partner’s machine.
Not available on this plan- Edge Gateway Network-edge component that handles inbound transfers safely without exposing internal systems to the public internet.
- SFTP server
- Web Transfer Portal Browser-based upload/download interface for ad-hoc transfers by external users — useful for partners who don’t use SFTP. PGP encryption for Web Transfer is available as an add-on on Professional and included on Enterprise.
- Up to 25 automated workflows Called “transactions” in Diplomat MFT — defined transfer jobs such as nightly ERP exports, partner SFTP feeds or cloud sync workflows. Each is one transaction regardless of how many files it moves.
- Up to 5 File Transfer Server accounts Called “transfer server users” in Diplomat MFT — external accounts that authenticate to your SFTP or Web Transfer server. Typically the partners and customers sending files to you.
- Up to 5 keys per type Cryptographic keys for PGP, SSH and SSL — each type has its own slot count.
Professional
For growing teams that need automation, partner integration and admin controls.
Billed annually $8,499
Every browser upload encrypted at the partner’s browser, before it leaves their machine. No Kleopatra, no key management, no partner training. Just compliance enforced where it matters.
Add-on · $2,999/year- Everything in Standard, plus:
- 1 Remote Agent included Lightweight component installed at remote sites (offices, stores, customer environments) to securely move files back to the central Diplomat MFT instance.
- 1 Cloud Storage Connector included Connects Diplomat MFT directly to cloud storage such as S3, Azure Blob, SharePoint Online, Google Cloud Storage and others (without custom scripting).
- Up to 100 automated workflows Called “transactions” in Diplomat MFT — defined transfer jobs such as nightly ERP exports, partner SFTP feeds or cloud sync workflows. Each is one transaction regardless of how many files it moves.
- Up to 25 keys per type Cryptographic keys for PGP, SSH and SSL, with each type having its own slot count. Professional gives you up to 25 of each, a deciding factor for teams scaling beyond basic partner exchanges.
- Up to 25 File Transfer Server accounts Called “transfer server users” in Diplomat MFT — external accounts that authenticate to your SFTP or Web Transfer server. Typically the partners and customers sending files to you.
- Up to 3 admin accounts with concurrent access support Three administrator accounts on Professional, with all three able to be signed in to the web admin at the same time. Standard supports one admin only. Enterprise has unlimited admin accounts with concurrent access.
- Defined Partners Reusable partner profiles bundling endpoints, credentials and routing rules — set up once, reuse across many transactions.
- Synchronization
- Calendaring, file monitoring, advanced source options
Enterprise
For mission-critical operations that need everything, with no limits.
Billed annually $12,999
Every browser upload encrypted at the partner’s browser, before it leaves their machine. No Kleopatra, no key management, no partner training. Just compliance enforced where it matters.
IncludedWhat's included
Critical Outage (P1) response for all hours outside the Premium Support coverage. Coviant Software designates multiple senior team members highly qualified to provide in-depth technical support to serve as on-call contacts for these critical outage responses around the clock on every day of the year, with authority to draft in additional resources if required.
- Everything in Professional, plus:
- 5 Remote Agents included Lightweight components installed at remote sites (offices, stores, customer environments) to securely move files back to the central Diplomat MFT instance.
- 5 Cloud Storage Connectors included Connects Diplomat MFT directly to cloud storage such as S3, Azure Blob, SharePoint Online, Google Cloud Storage and others (without custom scripting).
- PGP for Web Transfer included Automatic PGP encryption applied to files uploaded through the Web Transfer Portal. Partners upload through the browser, and files are encrypted before they touch your storage. Available as an add-on on Professional, included on Enterprise.
- Proactive Threat Intelligence included Proactive Threat Intelligence blocks file transfer attempts from known-bad sources before they reach your environment, using continuously updated reputation feeds. Not an intrusion-detection or scanning product; the protection is at the connection layer.
- Advanced Authentication (SSO + LDAP + TOTP) included Single Sign-On (SSO) via SAML, LDAP authentication, and web admin TOTP two-factor authentication, bundled. Authenticate users through Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace or directly against your LDAP directory. All are included on Enterprise.
- Unlimited workflows, users, keys Workflows are called “transactions” in Diplomat MFT. Defined transfer jobs such as nightly ERP exports, partner SFTP feeds or cloud sync workflows. Enterprise removes the cap entirely.
- RBAC, webhook invocation, multiple destinations Role-Based Access Control — granular permissions controlling what each administrator can see and do.
- Pre/Post-job processes
- 24×7 Critical Outage Response
- Paging notifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
What sets Diplomat MFT apart as a leading managed file transfer solution?
Many managed file transfer products started out as an SFTP server with some back-end functionality and lightweight automations added later. Diplomat MFT was designed from the start with a security-first approach to be a complete and secure managed file transfer solution, scalable to meet the needs of the most demanding, enterprise-grade environments. Diplomat MFT’s features and automations make MFT simple without sacrificing security or performance and include Diplomat MFT managed file transfer software, our Edge Gateway, and the Diplomat MFT SFTP server.
Why is the Coviant Software Edge Gateway an important component to managed file transfer security?
An edge gateway sits in your network’s DMZ facing the public internet where it allows and monitors connections from authorized third parties and preventing access from threat actors. That keeps your data protected behind the firewall. Without an edge gateway, sensitive data and authentication credentials for the managed file transfer process are handled in the open, leaving them vulnerable to attack.
Why is it important to automated PGP encryption and decryption?
File encryption is important for keeping data safe because it makes it unreadable and useless to anyone without a decryption key. Without automation, PGP encryption requires complex and confusing command line applications, and so many organizations skip it for the sake of convenience. Diplomat MFT automates the entire PGP encryption/decryption process, making it simple to keep data as safe as possible at rest or in transit.
Do you have any final advice for when conducting a managed file transfer software comparison?
1. Security Features:
- Consideration: Evaluate the security features offered by each vendor, such as encryption methods (SSL/TLS, SFTP, PGP), access controls, and data-at-rest protection.
- Importance: Security is paramount when transferring sensitive data, especially in industries like healthcare, finance, and government.
2. Compliance Support:
- Consideration: Check whether the MFT solution supports industry-specific regulations (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR) and offers compliance reporting features.
- Importance: Compliance is critical in industries with strict regulatory requirements, such as healthcare, finance, and legal services.
3. Integration Capabilities:
- Consideration: Assess the ability of the MFT solution to integrate with your existing systems, including ERP, CRM, and cloud storage platforms.
- Importance: Integration streamlines business processes, making it crucial in industries like manufacturing, logistics, and retail.
4. Scalability:
- Consideration: Determine whether the MFT software can scale to accommodate your organization’s growing data transfer needs.
- Importance: Scalability is vital for industries with fluctuating data volumes, such as retail during peak seasons.
5. User-Friendliness:
- Consideration: Evaluate the user interface and ease of use of the MFT solution. Consider the learning curve for your staff.
- Importance: User-friendly software enhances productivity and reduces training time, benefiting all industries.
6. Performance and Speed:
- Consideration: Test the performance and transfer speed of the MFT software under realistic conditions to ensure it meets your requirements.
- Importance: Industries like media and entertainment require fast data transfer for content distribution.
7. Automation and Workflow:
- Consideration: Explore the automation and workflow capabilities of the MFT solution, including scheduling, triggers, and notification systems.
- Importance: Automation is essential for optimizing processes in industries like manufacturing, supply chain, and energy.
8. Reliability and Uptime:
- Consideration: Research the vendor’s historical uptime and reliability. Look for failover and redundancy options.
- Importance: Reliability is crucial in industries like telecommunications, where downtime can disrupt services.
9. Support and Maintenance:
- Consideration: Examine the vendor’s support options, including technical support, updates, and documentation.
- Importance: Timely support is critical in industries like healthcare, where downtime can impact patient care.
10. Cost and Licensing:
- Consideration: Understand the pricing structure, including licensing fees, subscription models, and any hidden costs.
- Importance: Cost considerations are vital in all industries to ensure the solution aligns with your budget.
11. Vendor Reputation:
- Consideration: Research the vendor’s reputation, customer reviews, and case studies to gauge their track record.
- Importance: Vendor reliability is essential in industries like aerospace and defense, where sensitive data is involved.
12. Customization and Flexibility:
- Consideration: Assess the software’s customization options to tailor it to your specific needs.
- Importance: Customization is valuable in industries like legal services, where unique workflows may be required.
13. Data Transfer Protocols:
- Consideration: Ensure that the MFT solution supports a wide range of transfer protocols (e.g., FTP, SFTP, HTTP/S).
- Importance: Protocol flexibility is essential for compatibility with diverse systems and partners in various industries.
14. Data Analytics and Reporting:
- Consideration: Look for advanced reporting and analytics capabilities to gain insights into file transfer activities.
- Importance: Data analytics are valuable in industries like finance for auditing and compliance purposes.
By carefully considering these factors and conducting a thorough comparison and review of managed file transfer vendors, businesses can make an informed decision that aligns with their specific industry requirements and organizational goals.
Comparing vendors against each other can be challenging due to several factors:
- Specific Requirements: The suitability of an MFT solution depends on the specific needs and requirements of an organization. What may be a disadvantage for one company might be an advantage for another, depending on their unique use case.
- Feature Sets: MFT solutions vary in terms of their feature sets, and what may be a strength in one solution might not be as critical for another organization. It’s essential to evaluate features based on your specific priorities.
- Budget Considerations: Different organizations have varying budget constraints, and what might be cost-effective for one business may not align with the budget of another.
- Company Size: The size of an organization can also impact which MFT solution is the best fit. Smaller companies might prioritize ease of use and cost-effectiveness, while larger enterprises may prioritize scalability and advanced features.
- Industry Requirements: Different industries have unique compliance and security requirements. Some MFT solutions are tailored to specific industries and regulatory standards, making them a better fit for organizations in those sectors.
- Vendor Reputation: Vendor reputation can vary, and the perception of a vendor’s reputation may be influenced by factors such as customer support, reliability, and past experiences.
To conduct a fair and accurate comparison, it’s essential to assess MFT solutions based on your organization’s specific needs, industry requirements, budget, and scalability demands. Consider conducting a detailed evaluation, potentially with the assistance of a qualified IT consultant, to ensure you select the MFT solution that aligns best with your unique circumstances.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR DIPLOMAT MFT
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MFT EXPERT SERVICES
Health Checks
Our experts will identify what you’re doing right and any opportunities for enhancement.
Implementation Assistance
Hit the ground running in production with help from our seasoned experts.
Upgrades & Training
Our experts will be there with you in real time to guide your upgrades and ensure new capabilities are being used properly.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
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Scott J.
Diplomat MFT has been a powerful workhorse for all of our enterprise file exchange for many years. No other enterprise application we use comes with the same level of support we receive from Coviant.
Eric D.
Director of Information Technology
The support is fantastic. I had to contact them on a few occasions – as it turns out, not for issues with Diplomat MFT but issues with one of the FTP partners. Coviant support stuck with me and went above and beyond to troubleshoot and figure out the issue.
Dave L.
Manager of Information & Technology
Diplomat MFT is a solid data transfer product, its easy to set up, and easy to use. I like the way the transaction builder is laid out. It’s so easy to understand what values it wants.
Adah B.
Extremely robust platform for managing our enterprise file transactions. Every upgrade provides us with additional useful tools to streamline our business processes.
Stephen H.
IT BI Analyst SE
I find the sftp file transfers to be the most helpful tool of Diplomat MFT. No need for programming, the interface is customized already and users only need to fill in the boxes.
Jeff M.
The interface and GUI are very straightforward. The options are simple and labeled so anyone can understand how to set up and configure. The ability to test something without actually sending something is also beneficial.