# Connect WinSCP with Zata.ai
#### WinSCP Overview
WinSCP is a free and open-source SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, Amazon S3, and SCP client for Microsoft Windows. Its primary function is to transfer files between a local and a remote computer securely. In addition to its basic file transfer capabilities, WinSCP provides scripting and basic file management functionality.
### Prerequisites
To download WinSCP and install it, follow this [link](https://winscp.net/eng/download.php).
Zata.ai Bucket - [Bucket Create Guide](https://docs.zata.ai/manage/bucket/create-bucket).
Access and Secret Key Pair - [Access Key Guide](https://docs.zata.ai/manage/access-keys/creating-a-new-access-key).
REST Endpoint to follow on [links](https://docs.zata.ai/manage/service-urls-for-zata.ai-s3).
### Launch WinSCP
Open the WinSCP application on your computer.
On the login windows, click on the New site.
### Select S3 Protocol
From the File protocol dropdown, select Amazon S3.
The login screen will now adjust for S3 inputs.
### Enter Zata.ai S3 Details
Fill in the following details:
Host name: idr01.zata.ai (Central India region endpoint – replace if using another region)
Port number: 443
Access key ID: Your Zata.ai Access Key
Secret access key: Your Zata.ai Secret Key
### Save the Connection
Click Save to store the session for future use.
Optionally, check Save password for convenience.
#### Connect and Transfer Files
Click Login.
You will now see your Zata.ai bucket(s) listed.
You can drag-and-drop files between your PC and Zata.ai storage, just like an FTP/SFTP server.
