How to Send a Report to an SFTP Server How to Send a Report to an SFTP Server

How to Send a Report to an SFTP Server

1️⃣ Navigate to the Report Scheduler

📍 Go to: Reports tab > Report Scheduler


2️⃣ Specify the SFTP Server Details

🔹 Enter the SFTP Server Address (e.g., sftp.brightflag.com).
🔹 Define the SFTP Path (e.g., /ap-export) – This is the subfolder where the file will be saved.


3️⃣ Choose the Authentication Method

🔐 Option 1: Credentials Authentication

  • Enter a Username & Password.

🔑 Option 2: Private Key Authentication

  • Enter a Username & Private Key.


📌 Who Hosts the SFTP Server?

  • Brightflag can provide an SFTP server for your use.
  • Alternatively, you can use your own SFTP server and configure it the same way.
  • Need an SFTP server from Brightflag? Contact Brightflag Support by Submitting a Request from the Client Help Centre.

📌 Where Do I Get a Private Key?

  • If you use a private key instead of a password, obtain it from the SFTP server host.
  • If Brightflag hosts your SFTP server, request a private key from Brightflag Support.
  • If you host your own SFTP server, authentication is managed within your own system, and nothing needs to be provided to Brightflag.

📌 What Private Key Type Does Brightflag Support?

✔️ Brightflag SFTP supports PKCS#8 private keys.