Why Your Business Should Ditch the VPN for File Access

Nicholas Gee
Aug 12
2 min read

VPNs Were Great in 2005. In 2025? Not So Much.

For years, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) were the go-to solution for remote file access. They created a secure tunnel into your office network, letting staff work from anywhere.

The problem? They haven’t kept up with the way we work today.

Slow performance, complex setup, and security risks now make VPNs more of a liability than a solution. And for hybrid and remote teams, they’re a constant source of frustration.

The VPN Problem

Slow Speeds: Large files take forever to open or sync, especially over home internet connections.
Unreliable Connections: Dropouts kill productivity and force constant reconnects.
Security Risks: Always-on tunnels create potential attack paths for cybercriminals.
High Support Costs: IT teams waste hours troubleshooting connection issues.

Simply put: VPNs were built for an era before hybrid work, cloud services, and global collaboration.

A Modern Alternative: Direct, Secure File Access

UFS Connect replaces clunky VPN connections with direct, secure file access over HTTPS.

Access From Anywhere: Connect to office files using just a web browser or mapped network drive — no VPN required.
Seamless Integration: Works with your existing file server and permissions.
Bank-Grade Security: End-to-end encryption, MFA, and granular access controls.
Full Audit Trails: Every file action is logged for compliance and security monitoring.

Real-World Impact

Remote staff open and edit files instantly — even from home or on the road.
No more “VPN won’t connect” calls to IT.
Your security posture improves with fewer exposed network pathways.

One client recently reported a 40% reduction in remote access support tickets after switching to UFS Connect.

VPN vs UFS Connect

Feature	VPN Connection	UFS Connect
Speed	Slow on large files	Fast, optimized access
Ease of Use	Requires software + config	Browser or drive mapping
Security	Tunnel can be exploited	HTTPS + MFA + role-based access
Management	Complex setup & upkeep	Centralized, simple admin
Audit Logging	Limited	Full visibility

Your Next Step

If you’re tired of VPN headaches, UFS Connect gives your team fast, secure file access anywhere — without the complexity.

📞 Contact us today to see how quickly we can get you running without a VPN.