Zapper Edge Core
Secure Enterprise File Movement for scale, compliance, automation, and enterprise-scale data movement.
Azure-Native Managed File Transfer for Enterprise SFTP Modernization
What is Zapper Edge Core?
Zapper Edge Core is the foundation tier of the Zapper Edge platform — built for enterprises that need secure, governed file movement on Azure without the complexity of managing legacy SFTP infrastructure.
Zapper Edge Core gives your organisation everything it needs to move files reliably and securely from day one: a managed SFTP gateway, browser-based file operations, bulk upload support up to 15GB per session, Azure AD and SSO integration, role-based access control, activity auditing, and transfer reporting — all running on zero-ops, Azure-native infrastructure that requires no servers to manage and no capacity planning.
Deployed directly into your Azure subscription in 15–30 minutes, Zapper Edge Core is the fastest path from legacy SFTP to a governed, cloud-native file transfer platform.
It includes:
File Management — Browser-based file preview, bulk upload (15GB / 1,000+ files per session), rename, delete, move, search, and recursive intelligent search across ADLS Gen2
Identity & Access — Role-based access control (RBAC), organisation-level isolation, and Azure AD / Google SSO
SFTP Services — Managed SFTP gateway with local user provisioning
Data Protection — Azure Blob Storage integration
Governance — Activity auditing and transfer reporting
Infrastructure — Azure-native deployment, zero-ops managed infrastructure, multi-tenant enterprise design
The Reality: Legacy SFTP Wasn't Designed for Today's Enterprise
Most enterprises still run SFTP servers deployed 10–15 years ago. SFTP provides basic in-transit encryption — but nothing else a modern, regulated enterprise needs. Legacy SFTP environments create five critical gaps:
Manual configuration — every workflow needs custom bash scripts or cron jobs
Shared credentials — teams share passwords with no identity or SSO integration
No audit visibility — minimal logs, no transfer reporting, no real-time monitoring
Poor scalability — unreliable at terabyte-scale, no parallel streaming
Dead-end for AI and analytics pipelines — SFTP cannot integrate with modern data platforms
For regulated enterprises, these gaps create compliance risk. For AI-driven organizations, they create data pipeline bottlenecks. For IT teams, they create unsustainable operational overhead.
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The Solution: Cloud-Native Managed File Transfer Built for Azure
Zapper Edge Core is an Azure-native managed file transfer platform that replaces legacy SFTP infrastructure. Core delivers four foundational capabilities in a single, zero-ops platform:
Centralized file transfer governance across all enterprise systems and partner connections
Automated workflows that eliminate manual scripts, cron jobs, and operational overhead
Full audit visibility with transfer logs, dashboards, and compliance-ready reporting
High-performance transfers with parallel streaming, resumable sessions, and elastic scaling
All on zero-ops managed infrastructure — no servers to manage, no patches to deploy, no capacity planning required.
New to managed file transfer?
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Core Capabilities Of Zapper Edge Core
Secure, Compliant File Transfers
Every transfer is encrypted in transit and at rest. Core integrates with Azure AD / Entra ID for identity-based access and provides role-based permissions for enterprise users and external partners.
End-to-end encryption with TLS 1.2+ for data in transit
Encryption at rest using Azure Storage Service Encryption (AES-256)
Role-based access control (RBAC) with Azure AD / Entra ID + SSO
Full audit trail — every transfer logged with user, file, timestamp, and status
Built-in compliance controls for GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC2
Need a full compliance checklist? GDPR / HIPAA / SOC2 file transfer compliance guide → /compliance-ready-file-transfer
Azure-Native Architecture — Your Data Never Leaves Your Tenant
Core runs entirely inside your Azure subscription. No data is processed externally. You retain full control over data residency, encryption keys, and network access.
Deployed into your Azure subscription via Azure Marketplace in 15–30 minutes
No external data handling — all processing happens inside your tenant
Zero-ops managed infrastructure — effortles scaling, patching, and updates
Private networking with VNet integration and private endpoints
Customer-managed encryption keys via Azure Key Vault
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High-Performance Data Movement — Built for Large Datasets
Zapper Edge Core is optimized for large datasets, media files, AI training data, and high-volume analytics workloads. Parallel streaming and resumable sessions ensure reliable delivery even for terabyte-scale files.
Parallel file streaming for faster transfers of large datasets
Resumable transfers that survive network interruptions
Tested with files up to multiple terabytes in size
15GB bulk upload per session with support for 1,000+ files per batch
Elastic scaling — infrastructure automatically scales to match transfer volume
Automated, Policy-Driven Workflows
Replace manual scripts and cron jobs with automated, policy-driven workflows. Core supports scheduled transfers, partner automation, and API-driven orchestration.
Scheduled transfers with cron-like scheduling and automatic retry logic
Partner automation with identity-based onboarding and provisioning
API-driven orchestration for integration with CI/CD pipelines and data platforms
Workflow templates for daily batch, partner exchange, and data ingestion
Event-based triggers — file arrival, transfer completion, failure alerts
Zapper Edge Core vs. Traditional SFTP
A direct comparison of capabilities. Designed to be shared internally with stakeholders evaluating SFTP modernisation.
Encryption & Data Protection
Traditional SFTP
Encryption in transit only
No built-in at-rest encryption governance
Zapper Edge Core
AES-256 encryption in transit and at rest
Enterprise-grade key management
Zero-trust data protection architecture
Identity & Access Control
Traditional SFTP
Local user accounts
Shared credentials
Limited access control
Zapper Edge Core
Native Azure AD / Entra ID integration
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Identity-first security model
Governance & Centralized Control
Traditional SFTP
Distributed server management
No centralized visibility
Zapper Edge Core
Unified control plane
Centralized policy enforcement
Enterprise-wide governance across all transfers
Workflow Automation & API Integration
Traditional SFTP
Manual bash scripts
Cron-based job scheduling
Limited integration flexibility
Zapper Edge Core
Policy-driven workflow automation
Full API orchestration
Event-driven file processing
Enterprise system integrations
Audit, Monitoring & Reporting
Traditional SFTP
Basic system logs
No structured reporting
Zapper Edge Core
Complete transfer audit trails
Real-time monitoring dashboards
Compliance-ready reporting
Exportable audit logs
Built-in Compliance Controls
Traditional SFTP
No native compliance framework
Zapper Edge Core
GDPR-ready architecture
HIPAA-aligned data safeguards
SOC 2–aligned operational controls
Audit-ready infrastructure
Large File & High-Volume Transfers
Traditional SFTP
Limited reliability with large files
No optimized parallel transfer
Zapper Edge Core
Parallel streaming architecture
Resumable multi-TB file transfers
High-throughput data pipelines
Enterprise-grade reliability
Infrastructure & Deployment Model
Traditional SFTP
Self-managed on-premise servers
Ongoing patching and maintenance
Manual capacity planning
Zapper Edge Core
Zero-operations cloud-native deployment
Fully hosted within your Azure tenant
Automatic elastic scaling
No infrastructure overhead
Partner Onboarding & Provisioning
Traditional SFTP
Manual account provisioning
Slow partner setup
Zapper Edge Core
Automated identity-based provisioning
Secure external collaboration
Rapid enterprise onboarding
Data Residency & Sovereignty
Traditional SFTP
Limited visibility into data location
Zapper Edge Core
100% data residency within your Azure environment
Full tenant-level control
Time to Production
Traditional SFTP
Deployment cycles: days to weeks
Zapper Edge Core
Production-ready in 15–30 minutes
Deployable via Azure Marketplace
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Zapper Edge Core Is Built for Organizations That Require:
1. Legacy SFTP Replacement
Migrate from aging on-premises SFTP servers to cloud-native managed file transfer. Eliminate server management overhead, improve your security posture, and gain centralized visibility across all transfer activity.
Planning an SFTP migration?
→ See our SFTP to cloud migration services
2. Secure Partner File Exchange
Automate secure file exchange with partners, suppliers, and customers. Identity-based onboarding, automated provisioning, and full audit trails ensure every external transfer is governed and traceable.
3. Data Ingestion for Analytics and AI Pipelines
Move data from partners, applications, and IoT devices into Azure for analytics and AI processing. Scheduled transfers, API integration, and event-driven workflows enable reliable, automated data ingestion at scale.
4. Large Media File and Production Asset Transfers
High-speed transfer of large video files, production assets, and creative content. Parallel streaming and resumable sessions ensure reliable delivery of multi-gigabyte and terabyte-scale files.
5. Analytics and AI Workload Data Feeds
Feed data lakes and analytics platforms with file-based data from enterprise systems. Native integration with Azure Data Factory, Synapse, and Databricks enables seamless analytics pipelines.
AI-ready file transfer requirements?
→ See AI-ready managed file transfer
Deployment: Inside Your Azure Environment in 15–30 Minutes
Core deploys via Azure Marketplace directly into your Azure subscription. No external infrastructure is provisioned. Everything runs natively in your tenant.
Azure-native services provisioned inside your tenant — no external data handling
Private networking with VNet integration and private endpoints
Azure AD integration for identity and access from day one
Integration with existing Azure Blob Storage or ADLS Gen2
Managed infrastructure with automatic scaling, patching, and updates
Your data never leaves your tenant. Full control over encryption, access, and residency.
Pricing and Licensing
Zapper Edge Core pricing is transparent and purely based on subscription. For enterprise pricing tailored to your environment, contact our team or request a demo.
Write to us at sales@zapperedge.com to get customised quotation.
Upgrade From Zapper Edge Core to Shield or AI Studio?
Zapper Edge Core is the foundation for secure, governed file movement. When your organisation needs advanced capabilities:
Zapper Edge Shield — Adds zero-trust governance, immutable audit logs, SIEM integration, ransomware-resilient storage, and advanced compliance controls
Zapper Edge AI Studio — Adds AI activation, RAG pipeline support, and content intelligence for AI-ready data movement
Ready to Replace Legacy SFTP?
Schedule a demo to see Zapper Edge Core in action. We will show you:
How Core replaces legacy SFTP servers without disruption
Automated partner onboarding and provisioning workflows
High-performance transfers with parallel streaming
Full audit trails and compliance-ready reporting
Native integration with your existing Azure services
