How to connect FTP over Filezilla

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Introduction

FileZilla allows you to connect to your server using FTP and manage your website files easily. This guide explains how to connect your FTP account using FileZilla.

Prerequisites

  • FTP account credentials (hostname, username, password, port)
  • FileZilla installed
  • An active internet connection

Implementation

Step 1:

Open FileZilla.

Step 2:

Connect your FTP account in FileZilla.

Method 1: Quick Connect

  • Add host name
  • Add username
  • Add your FTP account password
  • Add FileZilla port number
  • Click Quickconnect

Method 2: Site Manager

Click site manager on your left side top corner.

  • Choose the New Site option
  • Rename your site
  • Add your hostname or IP address
  • Choose the encryption option
  • Choose the logon type as Normal
  • Add FTP username
  • Add FTP account password
  • Click Connect
  • Add your password if prompted
  • Click OK
  • Now your FTP account is connected

Step 3:

  • You can now see the files on your FTP server
  • Upload or move files as needed

Conclusion

By connecting your FTP account using FileZilla, you can easily manage website files and transfer data between your local system and the server.

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