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FTP Setup Guide

FTP is a standard network protocol used to transfer files between a local computer and a remote server. It is commonly used to upload, download, and manage website files and is essential for developers, administrators, and site owners.

Enter Your Server

Connect with your domain name or server IP and the credentials assigned to your hosting account.

Open the Right Folder

Upload public website files to the WWW directory assigned to the correct domain.

Connect Reliably

Enable Passive mode when a firewall or local network prevents a normal FTP connection.

How FTP Works

  1. Client and Server
    An FTP client connects to an FTP server that stores your website files.
  2. Connection Details
    • Host: Your domain name or server IP
    • Port: 21 (default)
    • Username and Password: Your Web Host Pro cPanel credentials
  3. File Management
    • ls or dir: list files
    • cd: change directory
    • get: download files
    • put: upload files
    • rm: delete files
    • mkdir: create folders
  4. Disconnect
    Use quit or bye to end the session.

Important Directory Notes

FTP logins default to the root directory. Each domain has a dedicated WWW directory. Always upload website files inside the correct WWW directory, not the root.

Default Pages
Supported default filenames include index.html, index.htm, index.php, and index.cgi. The default Web Host Pro placeholder uses index.html, which must be removed if using another default file.

Firewall Settings
If you are behind a firewall, enable Passive (PASV) mode in your FTP client. Many clients also include an Enable Firewall Access option.

General FTP Settings

Hostyourdomainname.com
UsernameYour cPanel username
PasswordYour cPanel password
Port21

Popular FTP Programs

Windows + macOS · Free

Cyberduck

A modern, approachable file-transfer client with a straightforward interface.

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WinSCP

A reliable FTP and SFTP client with synchronization tools for developers.

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SmartFTP

Supports FTP, FTPS, SFTP, and WebDAV in one polished application.

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Core FTP

A lightweight client covering essential file-transfer and site-management tasks.

Visit Core FTP

Mac FTP Programs

macOS

Commander One

A dual-pane file manager with FTP, SFTP, and FTPS support.

Visit Commander One

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Fetch

A simple Mac FTP client with familiar drag-and-drop file uploads.

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Transmit

A professional file-transfer client with fast synchronization features.

Visit Transmit

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