How to Manage FTP Accounts in cPanel ?

Step 1: Log in to cPanel

Access your cPanel account at https://yourdomain.com:2083 and enter your credentials.

Step 2: Navigate to FTP Accounts

Scroll down to the Files section and click on FTP Accounts. Here you can manage all existing FTP users and create new ones.

Step 3: Create a New FTP Account

• Login: Enter the desired username for FTP access.
• Domain: Choose the associated domain if multiple exist.
• Password: Set a strong password or use the password generator.
• Directory: Specify the folder this account can access (e.g., public_html/subfolder).
• Quota: Set storage limits or choose unlimited.

Click Create FTP Account to save.

Step 4: Manage Existing Accounts

Under the FTP Accounts section, you can:

• Change passwords for existing accounts.
• Adjust directory access or quotas.
• Delete accounts no longer needed.

Step 5: Access FTP via Client

Use any FTP client (like FileZilla, Cyberduck, or WinSCP) and enter:

• Host: yourdomain.com
• Username: the FTP username
• Password: the password set in cPanel
• Port: 21 (standard FTP) or 22 (SFTP/secure)

Step 6: Secure Your FTP

Always use strong passwords, consider enabling SFTP for encryption, and remove unused accounts to keep your website files secure.