# FTP Export

### Overview

When FTP export is enabled, network and team administrators can automate the export of scheduled reports to the FTP or SFTP server configured in this tab. This feature streamlines storage, scheduling, and integration with legacy systems or third-party tools.

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### **Configuration Details**

Along with Host, Port, and Login credentials, the following fields must be configured:

**Export Directory**

Define the folder where reports will be stored on the FTP server. Leave this field blank to upload reports directly to the root directory (`/`).

Example: If "mango/reports" is specified, the system will create this folder and sub-folder (if they don’t already exist) and upload reports there.

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**File Format**

Reports will include both summary and detailed data in multiple sheets. Each report is exported as a separate file in either **XLS** or **CSV** format.

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**File Encryption**

Choose an encryption algorithm to secure data during transfer:

* **AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)**: Uses a symmetric key for both encryption and decryption.
* **PGP (Pretty Good Privacy)**: Combines symmetric and asymmetric key encryption, using a public-private key pair for secure data handling.

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**Encryption Key**

For enhanced security, apply **AES-256 encryption** and encode the data with Base64. Provide the AES-256 encryption key in this field to secure exported files.

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**File Compression**

Enable this option to compress exported files into a `.zip` format, reducing storage size and transfer time.


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