Reverse Proxy Server
Secure your B2B file
transfers with MFT Gateway
Trade files easily and compliantly with your B2B supply chain partners, vendors and customers without compromising performance or security using JSCAPE MFT Gateway by Redwood.
Stay secure, compliant and available
JSCAPE MFT Gateway is a reverse proxy server that allows external access to trusted partners without exposing your sensitive internal systems across hybrid and cloud environments.
Stay secure
Protect credentials, limit data exposure and centralize access without changing your organization’s firewall settings.
Stay compliant
Share files safely, meet industry regulations and log transfer activity while keeping your organization’s sensitive data off public networks.
Stay available
Ensure your organization has continuous uptime with failover, load balancing, traffic redirection and critical alert features.
What is JSCAPE MFT Gateway?
JSCAPE MFT Gateway gives two solutions in one: a highly available reverse proxy server and a DMZ load balancer that work together to simplify file sharing with your trading partners.
The reverse proxy server works by the client connecting to JSCAPE MFT Gateway. Then, the solution passes traffic internally, without revealing your server IP address. As this repeated process transfers your data, you’ll maintain control over any TCP/IP protocols, ports and access.
Additional benefits to using a reverse proxy server include the ability to:
- Eliminate the need to open ports to your internal network and maintain complex firewall configurations
- Add active-active high-availability load balancing to your network services
- Stream content from internal networks to internet-based users without storing any content in the DMZ
Why choose JSCAPE MFT Gateway?
Your industry has unique file transfer demands, and JSCAPE can help streamline your process, no matter your industry or use case.
Level up file transfer security
Add security to your file transfer process with role-based access controls, network segmentation support and more.
Reduce firewall complexity
Leave your firewall settings in place and allow JSCAPE MFT Gateway to process data without needing to open inbound ports.
Scale your file transfer capabilities
Redirect traffic automatically so your processes stay up and running, even during the busiest times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is reverse proxy software?
Reverse proxy software is a type of proxy server that sits in front of one or more backend servers and intercepts client requests before routing them to the appropriate destination. Unlike a forward proxy server that routes requests from clients to the internet and back, a reverse proxy server acts as an intermediary between the internet and backend servers and routes requests from the internet to the servers and back. A reverse proxy server can act as a protective shield against vulnerabilities by filtering incoming traffic, hiding the server’s IP address and acting as a Web Application Firewall (WAF). It can also provide load balancing, SSL encryption/decryption and other performance improvements.
A reverse proxy works by masking the identity of the backend infrastructure and allows users to interact with a single entry point while incoming requests are distributed internally across different servers. This setup improves performance and helps isolate the origin server from direct access.
Using a reverse proxy server can accelerate load times by caching content. Other common use cases for reverse proxy software include server load balancing, caching, SSL/TLS termination and protecting web services from DDoS attacks. It’s widely used in data centers, e-commerce platforms and content delivery networks to optimize routing, reduce latency and support scalability. Popular implementations include open source tools like NGINX, Apache HTTP Server and HAProxy, which each offer different capabilities for routing, authentication and incoming traffic inspection.
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What is an MFT gateway?
An MFT gateway acts as a secure proxy between external trading partners and internal managed file transfer systems. It typically resides in the DMZ and brokers inbound file transfers without allowing direct connections to backend MFT servers. This setup supports compliance with industry standards by isolating sensitive data and enabling protocol inspection before files reach internal networks.
The gateway supports various file transfer protocols like FTP, AS2 and SFTP and can integrate with web-based or cloud-based platforms, including AWS S3 and SaaS applications. Common use cases of MFT gateways include B2B file transfer, EDI transactions and healthcare data exchange. Features like automation, end-to-end SSL encryption, webhooks and REST API access help enforce security policies and streamline connectivity across business processes.
Use a reverse proxy server to keep sensitive data out of the DMZ
What is the difference between a web server and a reverse proxy?
An MFT gateway is a proxy-based application that acts as a middleman to relay files and commands, often using protocols like the AS2 protocol or SFTP, while supporting secure access and compliance needs. Unlike a forward proxy that hides clients, an MFT gateway masks backend systems and helps control data flow direction.
This setup supports workflows that require user-friendly onboarding, integration with VPNs or web browser-based access. It’s often used in managed file transfer solutions to offload processing, improve user experience and meet industry-specific requirements from providers like IBM or Microsoft. Many run on Linux, support serverless deployment models and help manage operational costs by avoiding the need for a single server to handle all external traffic.
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