FTP account creation in cPanel, FTP (File Transfer Protocol) accounts allow users to transfer files between their local machines and the hosting server. In cPanel, creating an FTP account is straightforward and allows you to manage access to specific directories securely. This is particularly useful for giving users limited access to your website’s files or setting up remote backups.
With an FTP account, users can upload, download, and manage files on the server using FTP clients like FileZilla, ensuring efficient and organized file handling.
To create an FTP account in cPanel, follow these steps:
Login to cPanel:
Use your cPanel credentials to log into your cPanel dashboard.
Navigate to FTP Accounts:
- Scroll down to the “Files” section.
- Click on “FTP Accounts”.
FTP account creation in cPanel:
- Log in: Enter the username for the FTP account. The full username will be username
- Domain: If you have multiple domains, select the correct one from the dropdown.
- Password: Enter a secure password and confirm it.
- Directory: Define the directory the FTP account can access. By default, it is a subdirectory of your home directory. You can specify a different path if you want.
- Quota: Set a quota limit for this account, or choose “Unlimited.”
Create FTP Account:
- Once the fields are filled, click on “Create FTP Account”.
Access FTP Details:
- After creation, you’ll see the new FTP account listed under “FTP Accounts”. You can manage, configure, or delete the account from here.
Once created, you can use an FTP client like FileZilla with the following details:
- FTP Host: your domain or server IP address
- Username:
yourusername - Password: The password you set
- Port: 21 (for standard FTP)
