FTP (File Transfer Protocol) lets you upload and manage files using an FTP client like FileZilla.
Creating an FTP Account
- In cPanel, go to FTP Accounts
- Under Add FTP Account:
- Login – The username (will be username@yourdomain.com)
- Password – Set a strong password
- Directory – Leave as the default or restrict to a specific folder (e.g. public_html/subfolder)
- Quota – Optional storage limit
- Click Create FTP Account
FTP Connection Details
- Server/Host: Your domain or server hostname (e.g. ftp.yourdomain.com or your-server.com)
- Username: The full FTP login (e.g. user@yourdomain.com)
- Password: The password you set
- Port: 21 (standard) or 22 (SFTP if available)
Use SFTP (port 22) when possible for a more secure connection.
