Frequently asked questions
How do I access the web administration tool?
The service runs at http://localhost:8880 by default and is only accessible from the machine where it is installed. This can be changed in webconfig.yaml. Make sure the service (Rebex Buru SFTP Server Web Administration) is actually installed and running.
I cannot log in to the Web Administration
If no user with Web Administration access was created during installation, use the CLI to create one with your own secure username and password:
burusftp user add <username> --password <password> --web-admin enableThen log in at http://localhost:8880 with those credentials.
Where are the configuration files located?
The server resolves the configuration directory at startup by checking in order:
configsubfolder in the installation directory (e.g.D:\burusftp\config) — the default for portable installationsC:\ProgramData\Rebex\BuruSftp— the default for installer-based installations
See Configuration for a full list of files.
What ports do I need to open in my firewall?
Make sure the Windows firewall (and any network firewalls) allows inbound traffic on the ports the server is using. The default ports are:
| Port | Protocol |
|---|---|
22 | SSH/SFTP/SCP |
21 | Explicit FTP/FTPS |
990 | Implicit FTPS |
49152–65535 | FTP passive mode data channel |
8880 | Web Administration — only required for remote access |