Possible action required: Secure File Transfer Facility service to retire on December 22
November 10, 2021
Summary
The Secure File Transfer Facility service (files.yale.edu) is no longer supported by the vendor and will be retired at Yale as of Wednesday, December 22, 2021.
- Action required — service users will need to use OneDrive or their university email for new file/message sharing by Monday November, 22, 2021. See details section.
- As of Friday, December 17, 2021, sent files will no longer be retrievable.
- This service is not related to Managed File Transfer.
Details
Service users will need to use the following OneDrive and University email functions to replace their current file transfer process by November 22, 2021.
- Set up a secure file transfer folder in OneDrive to share files or folders with individuals
- See the OneDrive for Business Best Practices, How-To’s, and Support Information page for information on using OneDrive to share files
- Request a file upload from an individual using OneDrive
- Send a secure message when you have sensitive information to share:
- Microsoft 365 mail users- Microsoft 365: Sending an encrypted email - IT at Yale (service-now.com)
- EliApps mail users – EliApps Google Apps for Education: Send and open encrypted emails - IT at Yale (service-now.com)
Need help?
For assistance, please contact the ITS Help Desk at 203-432-9000 or visit our website to report a problem.