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Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT Gateway, also known as a Secure Proxy Gateway or Secure File Gateway helps keep your sensitive files out of the DMZ, while protecting the private network. It is one of the keys to helping you meet compliance requirements, including those for compliance or applicable privacy laws.
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Overview
Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT Gateway provides an additional layer of security when exchanging business-critical or sensitive data with trading partners. It allows you to keep file sharing services (e.g. FTP/S, SFTP, HTTP/S servers) and documents safely in your private/internal network. With GoAnywhere Gateway, no inbound ports need to be opened into your private network, which is essential for compliance with PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, HITECH, SOX, GLBA and state privacy laws.
GoAnywhere Gateway helps keep file sharing secure by:
- Not allowing incoming ports to be opened into the private network, which reduces the risk of intrusion
- Not storing sensitive data files in the DMZ
- Keeping user credentials, certificates, and keys safely in the private network
- Supporting FTP/S, SFTP, SCP, HTTP/S and AS2 file transfer protocols
- Hiding the locations and identities of internal systems
- Not requiring any special hardware components; it is a software-only solution
GoAnywhere Gateway helps you:
- Keep inbound ports to your network closed
- Share files with trading partners, users, clients, and vendors without having critical documents or files stored, even temporarily, in your DMZ
- Make connections to external systems on behalf of users and applications in the private network as a forward proxy, allowing for easier management of file transfers from your firewall.
- Hide the identities and locations of your internal systems for better security
- Be flexible, as Gateway is a platform agnostic, software-only secure file gateway solution. Install it on Windows, Linux, AIX, UNIX, or other operating systems to enhance file security in whatever environment works best for you.
As an industry-leading, innovative MFT solution, GoAnywhere and GoAnywhere Gateway can help reduce costs, improve file transfer quality, and help organizations comply with data transfer standards and regulations.
Enjoy a free trial to see how GoAnywhere Gateway can help your file transfer process be more streamlined, secure, and error-free.
Highlights
- Incoming ports are not allowed to be opened into the private network
- No files are stored in the DMZ
- User credentials, certificates, and keys are kept safely in the private network
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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Usage instructions
- Log in to the EC2 where GoAnywhere Gateway is installed.
- Open a command line or terminal.
- Change the working directory to the directory where GoAnywhere Gateway is installed (/opt/Fortra/GoAnywhere_Gateway/).
- Run the command './gagateway license' and follow the instructions displayed on the screen to request a license.
- Once your license is activated on the Customer Portal, download the license to your EC2 and copy the file to the GoAnywhere Gateway installation directory
- Restart Gateway by running './gagateway stop' then './gagateway start' from GoAnywhere Gateway installation directory
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Customer reviews
Maris L.
Centralized, Secure File Transfers with Powerful Workflow Control
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
What stands out for me is the control it gives over file transfers. I can set up workflows, schedule them, and monitor everything from one place instead of managing multiple tools. It also handles encryption and supports different transfer methods, so we don’t have to worry about data security while moving files.
What do you dislike about the product?
The setup is not difficult, but it does take time to get everything right, especially when dealing with permissions and connections. The interface could also feel more modern, and working with large logs sometimes takes longer than expected.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Earlier, our team depended on manual processes and small scripts for file movement, which were hard to track and often failed. Now everything runs through one system with proper logging and alerts. It has reduced errors, improved visibility, and made it easier for us to manage compliance and day-to-day operations.
Rahul N.
Boosting efficiency and security with GoAnywhere MFT
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
GoAnywhere MFT offers a seamless setup with clear instructions, making it easy to use. Key features like secure file transfers (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS), automation, encryption, scheduling, and audit reports stand out. The automation feature saves a lot of time by handling tasks like scheduling file transfers, which reduces manual effort and errors. The Cloud Connector Marketplace allows quick integration with apps like Salesforce and AWS. The centralized dashboard gives full control over monitoring and managing all file transfers, while strong security features ensure data protection.
What do you dislike about the product?
One downside of GoAnywhere MFT is that some advanced features may require additional configuration time, especially for users with limited technical knowledge. Additionally, while the Cloud Connector Marketplace is great, the number of connectors available for certain niche applications could be expanded.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
GoAnywhere MFT solves several key problems that make managing file transfers easier and more secure. Before using it, handling secure file transfers, scheduling, and tracking them across different systems was time-consuming and prone to errors. GoAnywhere automated these tasks, saving a lot of time and reducing manual mistakes. The platform also made it easy to integrate with apps like Salesforce and AWS without complex setups, which used to be a hassle. The centralized dashboard lets us track all transfers in one place, giving us better control and visibility over everything happening in real time. Lastly, its strong security features ensure that sensitive data is transferred safely, helping us meet compliance requirements without extra effort.
Retail
Highly Secure File Transfer Tool
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
This is a really well-secured file transfer tool.
What do you dislike about the product?
So far, I haven’t had any issues with this tool.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Tal helped us migrate our existing SUSE environment to the latest Redhat, and also set up a DR environment with a separate SQL DB.
Garima V.
Secure Transfers with a Learning Curve
Reviewed on Mar 08, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I like how GoAnywhere MFT securely handles file transfers, making the whole process simple. The automation feature is very useful because it reduces manual work and makes regular file transfers much easier to manage. The initial setup was quite easy and straightforward, with good communication.
What do you dislike about the product?
Sometimes the interface can feel a bit complex for new users, and it may take some time to understand all the features. A more simplified setup as well as clearer navigation would make it easier to get started.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use GoAnywhere MFT to securely transfer, automate, and manage file exchanges, ensuring data protection and reliability. It helps me move important files securely without worrying about data loss or exposure and reduces the manual work involved in sending files between systems or teams.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Good Solution for Managing File Transfers
Reviewed on Mar 07, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I like that GoAnywhere MFT makes file transfers secure and easy to automate. It helps manage all transfers in one place and saves a lot of manual work.
What do you dislike about the product?
The setup can be a bit complicated at first, and the interface could be more modern and user-friendly.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
GoAnywhere MFT helps us securely transfer and automate files between systems and partners. It saves time by reducing manual work and gives better control and visibility over all file transfers.