Managed File Transfer (MFT) for Secure IT & OT Environments
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer™ is OPSWAT’s managed file transfer (MFT) solution for secure, policy-enforced file exchange across IT and OT environments. It combines multi-layer file security, encryption, and AI-powered malware detection to identify threats before transfer while supporting compliance and centralized visibility.
- Security-First MFT
- Policy-Driven Automation
- Centralized Visibility
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How Secure Managed File Transfer Works
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) embeds advanced file security, encryption, and policy enforcement directly into automated file transfer workflows across IT and OT environments, including AI-powered malware detection using Predictive Alin AI for pre-execution zero-day detection of known and zero-day threats.
Multi-Layered File Security
Inspects every transferred file using advanced, integrated threat prevention technologies.
Policy-Driven Automation
Automates rules-based file transfer across segmented and regulated networks.
Centralized Governance & Visibility
Provides real-time monitoring, role-based access, and audit-ready reporting.
Product Overview
Learn how MetaDefender MFT enables secure, compliant file exchange by enforcing Deep CDR™ Technology, data loss prevention,
approval workflows, and full auditability across transfers.
See MetaDefender Managed File Transfer in Action
Watch how MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) secures file exchange with embedded threat prevention, policy enforcement, workflow automation, and centralized visibility across IT and OT environments.
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Key Features
Built-In Advanced Threat Prevention
Unlike traditional MFT tools that focus on transport, MetaDefender MFT embeds multiscanning, Deep CDR™ Technology, Proactive DLP™, AI-powered malware detection and File-Based Vulnerability Assessment directly into file transfer workflows to detect known and zero-day threats.
End-to-End Encryption
Protects data in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption, helping ensure confidentiality and integrity across enterprise file transfer workflows in regulated and segmented environments.
Supervisor Approval & Access Control
Supports granular role-based access control, Active Directory integration, SSO, MFA, and single or multi-stage supervisor approvals to enforce secure, policy-based file exchange and compliance-driven workflow
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Workflow Orchestration & Automation
Enables scheduled jobs, logic-based routing, metadata-based transfers, and visual orchestration to streamline enterprise file transfer automation without sacrificing security or governance.
Centralized Audit & Reporting
Delivers detailed logging of file activity, user actions, and automated jobs, supporting audit readiness, regulatory oversight, and integration with SIEM platforms.
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MFT Market Leader in G2 Spring 2026 Report
"File Transfers Made Easy with MetaDefender MFT"“The best thing about MetaDefender Managed File Transfer is that it does what it says. It has been a great tool for us to manage the file transfer between the IT and OT space and has been doing the work seamless. It has been really easy to implement in our system and has saved a lot of time and complexity compared to the old system we had.”
A Verified User in Telecommunications – Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)- "Secure, Policy-Driven Transfers with Centralized Audit Trails for Regulated Banking"
“MetaDefender MFT provides encrypted and policy-driven transfers between trading platforms ERP and regulatory reporting systems.What I personally value is the centralised audit trail and access ctrl, with supervisor approval, which gave us the oversight required in a regulated organisation.”
A Verified User in Banking – Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) - "Stable, Predictable Transfers with Excellent Visibility and Detailed Logging"
“...I use MetaDefender MFT daily to receive builds patches and external software components from partners. Transfers are stable and predictable which is critical when handling large artifacts. I especially value the visibility and detailed logging because it helps track exactly what entered our environment and when.”
A Verified User in Information Technology and Services – Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) - "Robust Layered Security and Seamless Integration"
“I like the layered security controls of the MetaDefender Core software, which is integrated with the MFT product in the background.”
A Verified User in Manufacturing – Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Why Choose OPSWAT for Managed File Transfer?
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer combines full-featured MFT automation with built-in advanced file security technologies, designed for enterprise IT and regulated OT environments.
| Capability | MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) | Traditional MFT Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| Core Managed File Transfer (MFT) | ||
| Built-In Multiscanning |
Native Metascan™ Multiscanning
|
Limited or External
|
| CDR (Content Disarm & Reconstruction) |
Native Deep CDR™ Technology
|
Rare
|
| Integrated DLP (Data Loss Prevention) |
Built-in Proactive DLP™
|
Limited
|
| AI-Powered Malware Detection |
Integrated
|
Add-on
|
| Policy-Driven Automation | ||
| IT & OT Segmented Environment Support |
Designed for IT and OT
|
Limited
|
| Supervisor Approval Workflows |
Single & Multi-Stage Approvals
|
Varies
|
| Centralized Governance & Visibility |
Unified Console & Reporting
|
Varies
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| Ecosystem Integration |
Native OPSWAT Ecosystem Integration
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Limited
|
Stopping Threats Starts with Market-Leading Technology
OPSWAT’s proven, globally trusted, award-winning, and market-leading technology prevents file-borne malware from entering and propagating into your critical environments.
Built for Prediction,
Engineered for Speed
- Deep file structure analysis
- ML-Model trained on zero-day threats
More Engines Are Better Than One
- Detect nearly 100% of malware
- Scan simultaneously with 30+ leading AV engines
Stop Threats That Others Miss
- Supports 200+ file formats
- Recursively sanitize multi-level nested archives
- Regenerate safe and usable files
Prevent Sensitive Data Loss
- Utilize AI-powered models to locate and classify unstructured text into predefined categories
- Automatically redact identified sensitive information like PII, PHI, PCI in 125+ file types
- Support for Optical Character Recognition (OCR) in images
Detect Application Vulnerabilities Before They Are Installed
- Check software for known vulnerabilities before installation
- Scan systems for known vulnerabilities when devices are at rest
- Quickly examine running applications and their libraries for vulnerabilities
Deploy Anywhere, Integrate Everywhere
Scalable, comprehensive managed file transfer solution that integrates seamlessly and follows your files wherever they go.
On-Premises
Secure internal and air-gapped file exchange within regulated and industrial networks.
Cloud
Enable secure file transfer in cloud-based environments.
Hybrid
Bridge on-premises and cloud environments securely.
Integrations
Secure file workflows integrate with enterprise storage systems, SFTP services, collaboration platforms, and SIEM environments to align inspection, policy enforcement, and monitoring across the organization.
For advanced embedded inspection technologies, including AI-powered malware detection, and detailed integration capabilities:
Customer Success
“OPSWAT’s Managed File Transfer allows us to process large volumes of files... without worrying about hidden threats slipping through.”
“There is a barrier in place that allows us to confidently pass or share or receive or give information... OPSWAT has become a really credible solution.”
“It [MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT)] was everything we needed in order to mitigate the risk, moving from a dirty system to a clean system.”
Compliance-Ready Managed File Transfer
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer supports compliance with frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, NIS2, PCI, FISMA, and NIST by applying encryption, role-based access control, detailed audit trails, and policy enforcement across enterprise file transfer workflows.
How It Works in Three Simple Steps
Connect with Our Experts
Discuss your managed file transfer requirements across IT and OT environments. Our team helps map policies, workflows, and compliance needs.
Integrate Seamlessly
Deploy MetaDefender Managed File Transfer in on-premises, cloud, or hybrid environments and integrate with existing systems and OPSWAT solutions.
Protect with Confidence
Secure every file transfer with embedded threat prevention, policy enforcement, and centralized governance designed for regulated and enterprise environments.
Technical Documentation
Getting Started
Deployment & Usage
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Resources
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) Blog
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) Documentation
The Ultimate Guide to Secure Managed File Transfer
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) Datasheet
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) Solution Brief
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FAQ’s
Managed file transfer (MFT) is a platform that enables secure, automated, and policy-enforced file exchange between users, systems, and networks. An MFT solution provides encryption, audit trails, workflow automation, and centralized control to ensure files are transferred securely and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) is OPSWAT’s security-first MFT solution, embedding advanced file inspection and policy enforcement directly into file transfer workflows across enterprise IT and OT environments.
Traditional managed file transfer solutions primarily focus on secure transport and automation. MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) goes further by embedding advanced file security directly into every transfer.
MetaDefender MFT integrates multiscanning with up to 30 anti-malware engines, Deep CDR™ Technology file sanitization, Proactive DLP™, AI-powered malware detection using Predictive Alin AI for pre-execution zero-day detection and file-based vulnerability assessment within file transfer workflows—helping organizations prevent malware propagation and data loss while maintaining full MFT automation capabilities.
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) improves security by inspecting every transferred file before it reaches its destination. Files are analyzed using Metascan™ Multiscanning, Deep CDR™ Technology, Proactive DLP™, and AI-powered malware detection using Predictive Alin AI for pre-execution zero-day detection.
By combining advanced threat prevention with encryption, role-based access control, and supervisor approval workflows, MetaDefender MFT helps prevent malware outbreaks, data leakage, and unauthorized file movement across enterprise and critical infrastructure environments.
Yes. MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) supports scheduled jobs, logic-based routing, metadata-driven transfers, and visual workflow orchestration.
Organizations can define file movement rules based on file attributes, user roles, security inspection results, and network segmentation policies. This enables automated, policy-driven file transfer across IT, OT, cloud, and on-premises environments while maintaining centralized governance and visibility.
Yes. MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) is designed to support organizations operating in regulated and compliance-driven environments.
It supports frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, NIS2, PCI, FISMA, and NIST by applying encryption, granular role-based access control, supervisor approval workflows, detailed audit logging, and centralized reporting across file transfer operations.
Yes. MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) is designed to support secure, policy-driven file transfer across segmented IT and OT networks.
It enables secure data movement between low-security and high-security environments, including air-gapped and critical infrastructure systems, while applying advanced threat inspection and policy enforcement before files are transferred.
MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) supports on-premises, cloud, and hybrid deployments.
Organizations can deploy the solution within enterprise IT networks, industrial OT environments, or cloud-based infrastructures while applying consistent file security policies, encryption standards, and centralized governance across all environments.
No. While MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) is trusted by large enterprises and critical infrastructure operators, it is also suitable for mid-sized organizations that require secure and automated file exchange.
With flexible deployment options, centralized management, and a streamlined setup process, MetaDefender MFT supports organizations of varying sizes seeking advanced file security, compliance readiness, and workflow automation without excessive operational complexity.
Yes. MetaDefender Managed File Transfer (MFT) integrates with SFTP, SMB, SharePoint Online, cloud storage platforms, SIEM systems, and REST APIs.
It also interoperates with other OPSWAT solutions—including MetaDefender Kiosk, NetWall data diode, Email Security, Storage Security, and OT Access—to orchestrate secure, policy-driven file movement across segmented and regulated environments.
