1. Compatibility: Some systems may not support SFTP, especially older or legacy systems that use outdated protocols.
1. Speed: SFTP can be slower than other file transfer protocols if the files being transferred are large.
1. Security: SFTP is considered more secure than regular FTP, but it still has some vulnerabilities and weaknesses that can be exploited by hackers or attackers.
1. Complexity: SFTP can be more difficult to set up and configure than other file transfer protocols, especially for users who are not technically proficient.
1. Resource-intensive: SFTP requires more resources than other file transfer protocols, which can be an issue for organizations that have limited hardware or bandwidth resources.
1. Limited Functionality: SFTP doesn’t support advanced features like synchronization, version control, and file sharing, which can be found in some other file transfer protocols.