How to Connect an FTP Account in FileZilla

Follow these steps to connect to your server using FileZilla:

1. Install FileZilla

If you haven’t already:

• Download FileZilla Client from the official website

• Install and open the program

2. Gather Your FTP Login Details

You will need the information from the FTP Accounts section:

• Host: Your domain name or server hostname (example: ftp.yourdomain.com)

• Username: The exact FTP username you created

• Password: The password for that FTP account

• Port: Usually 21

Tip: You can click Configure FTP Client in cPanel for quick access to these settings.

3. Quick Connect Method

If you want a fast connection:

1. Enter the details into the top Quickconnect bar:

   • Host

   • Username

   • Password

   • Port

2. Click Quickconnect

You should now see your server files on the right side of FileZilla.

4. Site Manager Method (Recommended)

This saves your details for future use:

1. Click File → Site Manager

2. Click New Site and name it something you’ll recognise

3. Fill in these details:

   • Host: Your FTP host

   • Protocol: FTP – File Transfer Protocol

   • Encryption: Use explicit FTP over TLS if available (more secure)

   • Logon Type: Normal

   • User: Your FTP username

   • Password: Your FTP password

4. Click Connect

After a moment, your server file list will appear on the right.

5. Transferring Files

• Left side: Your local files

• Right side: Server files

• Drag and drop files between them to upload or download

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