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File Transfer Clients

WinSCP

WinSCP is a free Windows program that lets you easily move files back and forth between your computer and online storage. It works like a simple drag-and-drop folder window so you can copy photos, documents, or backups without needing to be a tech expert. It connects directly to S3-compatible object storage. This means your files stay safe in cheap, reliable cloud storage while WinSCP handles all the uploading and downloading for you. People use it every day to keep important files backed up or to share large projects without filling up their own hard drive.

Connection / Setup

  1. Create an account and log in to DiskSpace
  2. Click I'm ready to set up my storage
  3. Enter Bucket Name following the instructions
  4. Click Create Bucket and wait for it to be generated
  5. Find your Endpoint URL, Access Key, and Secret Key in the S3 Client Configuration section for use below

Connect WinSCP to DiskSpace.sh (S3-compatible storage)

Follow these steps to configure WinSCP for secure access to your DiskSpace.sh S3-compatible buckets.

Connection Steps
  1. Open WinSCP and click New Site.
  2. Set File protocol to Amazon S3.
  3. In the Host name field, enter: s3.diskspace.sh
  4. Leave Port number as the default (443).
  5. Enter your Access Key ID and Secret Access Key in the respective fields.
  6. Click Advanced > S3.
  7. Set Region to us-east-1 (or leave empty).
  8. Check the box for Use path-style addressing.
  9. Click OK, then Save and Login.
Credential Fields
Endpoint URL:
https://s3.diskspace.sh
Access Key:
Provided by DiskSpace.sh
Secret Key:
Provided by DiskSpace.sh
Path Style Requirement
DiskSpace.sh requires path-style requests. WinSCP must be configured to use URLs in this format:
https://s3.diskspace.sh/bucket-name/key
Example Configuration
Host: s3.diskspace.sh
Protocol: Amazon S3
Access Key ID: YOUR_ACCESS_KEY
Secret Access Key: YOUR_SECRET_KEY
Region: us-east-1
Use path-style addressing: Enabled
Troubleshooting
  • • Error "SignatureDoesNotMatch" – Ensure path-style addressing is enabled and region is set to us-east-1.
  • • Connection timeout – Verify you are using HTTPS and port 443.
  • • Access Denied – Double-check your Access Key and Secret Key are correct.
  • • Cannot list buckets – Confirm the endpoint is set to s3.diskspace.sh (not a virtual host style URL).
Fully S3 API compatible • Path-style requests required