FTP (File Transfer Protocol) alias is one of the simplest and most efficient ways of transferring files across the internet. It is used by all web page developers while uploading files into the hosting account. If you are using FTP for the very first time, the next few lines will lend you a hand of help.
Basic Facts about FTP
As mentioned previously, FTP is used to transfer information from two different locations (namely the server and client). It makes use of the internet to send files back and forth. However, you should install FTP Client in your system and establish a live connection.
With the help of the FTP client, you can transfer files by just dragging and dropping. Conversely, there are plenty of FTP client platforms in the market to aid you in uploading files into your hosting account. Based on your prime requirements, you should handpick a hosting account.
How to Create / Delete an FTP Account in cPanel
FTP account allows you to access your website’s files through FTP client programs for fast and easy access to your files. To log into your account via FTP, enter “example.com” as your FTP host, the username, and password.
How to Create FTP Account in cPanel
- Login to cPanel.
- Click the FTP Accounts button in the Files section.
- In the Add FTP Account section, fill in the fields as needed.
- Click the Create FTP Account button. You will then see a message stating “Account Created”
How to Delete FTP Account in cPanel
- Login to cPanel.
- Click the FTP Accounts button in the Files section.
- Find the FTP account you want to remove, and click the Delete button to the right.
- Two buttons will drop down, choose if you want to Delete Account, or Delete Account and Files. If you’re not sure which option to select, then choose Delete Account. If you need to, you can always go back and delete the unneeded files.
How to Upload Files via FTP?
To upload content or access your web server via FTP, you should have authentic login credentials. All service providers offer FTP login details to their clients. In case, you forget your username or password, you can access it from the cPanel page.
FTP Access: Method #1 Browser
Generally, the file transfer protocol serves as “My Computer” for your web page. It will let you login into a virtual space that acts as an interface for files and multimedia content on your web server. Once you create a website, FTP receives paramount importance.
Indeed, it is a simple and cheap way of sharing images and files with someone who browses through your website. There are ways of using FTP. Most people use the website’s control panel to transfer files.
This is where you should open a web browser, access your website and log into the site’s control panel. Here, you just need to build address like the following including your username and password. Valid credentials will take you to a file manager, where you can upload files.
ftp://YourFtpUser:[email protected]OR use ftp address like the following
ftp://ftp.example.com
FTP Access: Method #2 Windows Explorer
Same as the browser access method, you can use windows explorer to connect and upload files to your website. Keep in mind, that we are not talking about the IE browser (Windows Internet Explorer) but the actual windows explorer that you are using to manage files on a Windows PC.
FTP Access: Method #3 FTP Client Program
Some users rely on exquisite FTP programs for uploading files. When compared to the foremost methods, the FTP program proves to be simpler and less complicated.
To upload files using this method, you should install the FTP program, and browse for the files to be uploaded. To complete the process, you should log in to the webserver using the domain name, username, and password. The final method of transfer will depend on the kind of FTP program you choose.
Enter the connection information for your FTP account as the following:-
- Host: Enter your Domain Name or server IP address. e.g. example.com or 127.0.0.1
- Username: FTP account username
- Password: FTP account password
- Port: 21 (or leave it empty to use standard)
If you need any help accessing your server’s files through FTP, just let me know in a small comment below.
