LiquidFiles
File transfer protocol (FTP) software
Data integration tools
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What is LiquidFiles
LiquidFiles is a managed file transfer and secure file sharing product used to send and receive large files over encrypted channels. It is typically deployed by IT teams to replace ad-hoc email attachments and consumer file-sharing tools, with options for on-premises or hosted operation. The product focuses on secure external file exchange, user-friendly web portals, and administrative controls such as policies, auditing, and directory integration.
Secure managed file exchange
LiquidFiles supports secure file transfer and sharing workflows designed for exchanging files with external parties. It commonly includes encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, and audit logging to support governance requirements. These capabilities align with typical managed file transfer needs where organizations must track who sent what, to whom, and when.
On-premises deployment option
LiquidFiles is available for self-hosted deployment, which can be important for organizations with data residency or internal network requirements. On-premises operation can reduce reliance on third-party cloud storage for sensitive transfers. This also allows tighter integration with internal identity systems and security tooling compared with cloud-only file transfer services.
Administrative controls and integrations
The product is designed for centralized administration, including user management, policy enforcement, and reporting. It typically integrates with enterprise directories (for example, LDAP/Active Directory) to streamline authentication and user lifecycle management. These features help standardize file exchange processes across departments and reduce unmanaged transfer methods.
Limited data integration depth
Although it supports file-based exchange, LiquidFiles is not primarily a data integration platform for transforming, mapping, or orchestrating complex multi-system workflows. Organizations needing EDI/B2B gateway functions, schema mapping, or extensive connector ecosystems may require additional tools. This can increase overall solution complexity when file transfer is only one step in a broader integration pipeline.
Automation may require extra work
Compared with more automation-centric managed file transfer servers, some advanced scheduling, event-driven orchestration, or complex routing patterns may be less comprehensive depending on the deployment and edition. Teams may need to rely on scripts, external schedulers, or custom processes for sophisticated end-to-end automation. This can raise operational overhead for high-volume or highly structured transfer operations.
Smaller vendor ecosystem
LiquidFiles has a smaller third-party ecosystem and fewer prebuilt integrations than some larger, long-established platforms in the same space. That can affect availability of packaged connectors, implementation partners, and community examples. Buyers may need to validate support coverage, roadmap fit, and integration requirements more carefully during evaluation.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited User License | $2,499 per year (or $6,249 per 3 years) | All features included. License is per server and tied to the server Public URL. External recipients do not require licenses. |
| 200 User License | $1,899 per year (or $4,749 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 150 User License | $1,449 per year (or $3,699 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 100 User License | $999 per year (or $2,499 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 75 User License | $799 per year (or $2,069 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 50 User License | $569 per year (or $1,449 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 35 User License | $399 per year (or $1,069 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 20 User License | $249 per year (or $629 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 10 User License | $189 per year (or $479 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
| 5 User License | $125 per year (or $319 per 3 years) | All features included; per-server license. |
Notes: All prices are listed in US Dollars on the vendor site. The vendor states "All features included" for every license bracket. A 3-year purchase option (bundled prices) is shown alongside the 1-year prices. The vendor also documents licensing rules (licenses per server, tied to public URL, external users generally do not require licenses) and payment/upgrade details on the official site.
