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ftpGrid Now Has a Free Tier

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  For a long time, ftpGrid has been built for developers, teams, and businesses who need secure, GDPR-compliant FTP & SFTP cloud hosting — but until now, you had to pay to try it. That changes today. We’ve just launched the ftpGrid Free Tier, giving everyone 256 MB of free storage, full access to FTP, FTPS, SFTP, and no credit card required.  You can now test, integrate, and automate with ftpGrid — completely free. Read the full announcement here:  https://ftpgrid.com/tutorials/ftpgrid-free-tier-launch/ Why It Matters If you’ve ever wanted to: Test a backup to SFTP without setting up a server Connect an IoT device or camera to secure cloud storage Try FTP automation scripts or integrations …you can now do all that instantly — no setup, no hidden limits, and no billing surprises. Your account is hosted in Germany (Hetzner), fully GDPR-compliant, and your files are encrypted in transit and at rest. Even on the free plan, privacy and reliability come first. Try It Today ...

Simple Cloud Storage API with SFTP

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When you think about building a quick Storage API, chances are you imagine setting up buckets, SDKs, and custom APIs. But there’s an easier way: use a protocol you already know — SFTP (or FTP/FTPS). With ftpGrid cloud FTP storage , you get all the benefits of a managed cloud service (GDPR compliance, automatic SSL, encryption at rest and in transit) — while still working with simple, familiar tools. No need to manage servers, patches, or firewalls. Just connect, upload, and you’re done. Tutorials: Quick Storage API in Your Favorite Language We’ve published a full Quick Storage API series, where each tutorial shows how to create a file and upload it to ftpGrid with SFTP: Go PHP Java Python C# C C++ Perl Bash/CLI Why choose SFTP as your storage API? It’s language-agnostic: every language has a library or command-line tool. It’s secure: encrypted by default, easy to integrate with keys. It’s familiar: no steep learning curve, just upload and download. It’s scalable: start with one file, ...

We're building Pictoguide: Visual planning made simple

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We’re building Pictoguide — a modern visual planning tool designed to bring clarity, structure, and peace of mind to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other cognitive or developmental challenges. The goal is to make daily routines easier to follow through visual guides, pictograms, and customizable schedules – all wrapped in an intuitive and flexible web app. Whether you're a parent, educator, or therapist, Pictoguide aims to help the people you care for gain independence and reduce stress in everyday life. Key features (planned): Visual schedules & routines Create step-by-step visual plans using pictograms and colors to support clarity and predictability. Multi-user support for institutions Ideal for schools, group homes, and day programs: create and manage structured plans for multiple individuals. Reminders & checklists Timed notifications and visual checkmarks help users stay on track and complete their tasks. Progress tracking See at a glance ...

Quick Start with Nureti: Time Tracking Made Simple

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Getting started with time tracking shouldn’t be a hassle. Whether you're a freelancer, consultant, or small team, you probably don’t want to waste time setting up complex tools just to track your time. That’s why we built Nureti – a lightweight and intuitive time tracking platform that works out of the box, without friction. We just launched our new Time Tracking Quick Start Guide to help new users hit the ground running in under 5 minutes. Read it here: https://nureti.com/time-tracking-quick-start-quide/ Nureti simple time tracking What you’ll learn in the guide: How to log your first time entry in seconds Using calendar view, one-click timers, or manual input – your choice Managing projects, tasks and reports with zero bloat Staying compliant with work-time regulations (if you're in the EU, for example) No more spreadsheets. No more clunky interfaces. Just fast, clean time tracking. Try Nureti for free → https://nureti.com Let us know what you think — feedback is always wel...

Building a Cloud FTP Storage API in Different Programming Languages

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When developers talk about file storage, FTP is still one of the simplest and most widely supported protocols. But instead of running your own server, you can now use a cloud FTP server with managed hosting, GDPR compliance, and automatic TLS certificates. At ftpGrid, we’ve started a blog series showing how to use cloud FTP storage as a simple storage API across different programming languages. Each tutorial demonstrates how to create a small text file and upload it securely via SFTP — giving you a quick way to integrate FTP cloud storage into your own projects. Cloud FTP Storage API in Different Programming Languages Tutorials in the Series Quick Storage API in PHP with SFTP Quick Storage API in Go with SFTP Quick Storage API in Java with SFTP Quick Storage API in Python with SFTP Quick Storage API in C# with SFTP Quick Storage API in C with SFTP Why Cloud FTP? Using a cloud FTP server has clear advantages compared to running your own: No server maintenance, patches, or firewalls Aut...

Self-hosted FTP vs managed cloud FTP/SFTP hosting

Running your own FTP server can be time-consuming and risky — managing certificates, configuring firewalls, handling user permissions, and keeping security patches up-to-date. ftpGrid’s Managed FTP Hosting takes care of all of that for you, so you can focus on your work instead of server admin. Whether you need FTP, FTPS, or SFTP, ftpGrid delivers enterprise-grade security and zero-maintenance hosting, all in the cloud. Use cases for managed FTP/SFTP hosting: Agencies exchanging files with clients Enterprises with strict compliance requirements Software vendors needing a secure delivery channel Teams that want FTP/SFTP without the complexity of self-hosting Private and professional surveillance camera storage FTP/SFTP based API for cloud storage without privacy or GDPR concerns Get started in 6 easy steps Follow our onboarding guide and be up and running in seconds

FTP 101 – A Mini Series for Modern Devs Using Classic Protocols

 Despite the age of FTP, it's still deeply embedded in many workflows – from backups and batch transfers to legacy integrations and automation. At ftpgrid.com , we’ve launched a **practical tutorial series** to help developers and sysadmins get confident with FTP, FTPS, and SFTP usage – one small topic at a time. Whether you're managing cronjobs, writing backup scripts, or just want to brush up on those dusty command-line skills, this series is made for you. The Tutorials FTP 101 – Active vs. Passive Connections Why does FTP even have two connection modes? We break down the difference between active and passive FTP, complete with ports, NAT issues, and a simple diagram. FTP 101 – ASCII vs. Binary Transfer Types What happens if you upload a `.txt` file in binary mode – or worse, an image in ASCII mode? This tutorial explains transfer modes and when they matter. FTP 101 – Authentication Is (Still) Insecure Plain FTP transmits passwords in cleartext. We explain the risks, and why ...