Shared network folder (SFTP)

Access a SFTP server directly from the Files app.

Shared Network Folder (SFTP) - Chrome Extension for Remote File Access

'Shared network folder (SFTP)' is a Chrome extension that provides users with the ability to mount their remote file systems to their Chrome OS via SSH2 protocol (like sshfs). Notably, this extension supports ARM architecture but does not support the copying operation. It stores each used credential for the SFTP server login into local storage, offering both convenience and efficiency.

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By: tjibbejellevanderlaan

Users: 20,000+

Rating: 2.86

(372)

Version: 1.8.2 (Last updated: 2019-03-02)

Creation date: 2019-03-02

Risk impact: Low risk impact

Risk likelihood:

Low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

fileSystemProvider
storage
notifications
{"socket":["resolve-host","tcp-connect:*:*"]}

Size: 17.70M

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Extension summary

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This software provides you an ability to mount your remote file system to your Chrome OS via SFTP protocol (like sshfs).

Notes:

Works on only ChromeOS (Can work on ARM-based Chromebook since 1.7.6).
Copying operation not supported.
Only SSH2 protocol supported. FTP and SSH1 protocols not supported.
Each credential to log in to SFTP server stores into the local storage.

Change history: March 1th, 2019: 1.8.2

Improved stability when copying files February 25th, 2019: 1.8.1
Improved reconnect ability May 13th, 2018: 1.8.0
Improved design to provide native look-and-feel

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Easy to use and connects well for normal folders.
Mounts a folder that persists through reboots.
Successfully connects to some servers, like Aliyun.
Good for copying files from an SFTP file to the Chromebook.

Cons

Fails to connect for many users with various errors.
Frequent timeouts and slow transfer speeds.
Does not support modern key exchange methods.
Inconsistent performance with symbolic links and folder deletions.
Some bugs like not saving credentials.

Most mentioned

Refuses to connect or times out.
Problems with large file transfers.
Errors related to SSH2 sessions.
Connection issues with specific keys and servers.
Positive experiences for basic file copying.

User reviews

Chromebook RelRed, 2024-03-26

can the "finishing ssh2 session failed" problem be solved? that would make the application perfect! can't understand where the problem is coming from and how I can solve it. please help!

Kodjovi D. Mlaga, 2022-03-19

Doesn't Work. Using ChromeOS on a HP 14a 0022od chromebook. Refuses to connect. Tried my HTTP server AND FTP server. Neither worked. Tried those same servers in my web browser and connects immediately.