How to Create an FTP Account in cPanelPrint

Start by accessing your cPanel, which is like the control centre for your hosting account. When you signed up with Essex Web Hosts, you received a welcome email with your cPanel login details. Check your inbox (or spam folder) for the username, password, or a direct login link. Enter these on the cPanel login page. Once inside, you’ll see a dashboard with various tools—don’t panic, we’re only using one!

Now, let’s set up FTP cPanel for beginners! In the cPanel dashboard, find the “Files” section and click “FTP Accounts.” Under “Add FTP Account,” enter a username (e.g., “webadmin” for [email protected]). Choose your domain from the dropdown. Set a strong password (mix letters, numbers, and symbols) or use the password generator. In the “Directory” field, leave it as default or specify a folder (e.g., “public_html” for website files). Click “Create FTP Account.” Done—you’ve got an FTP account!

To upload files, you’ll need an FTP client like FileZilla (it’s free and easy!). Download and install FileZilla, then open it. Back in cPanel, go to “FTP Accounts,” find your new account, and click “Configure FTP Client.” Copy the FTP server (e.g., ftp.yourdomain.com), username, and password. In FileZilla, paste these into the “Host,” “Username,” and “Password” fields, and set the port to 21. Click “Quickconnect.” You’ll see your website’s files—drag and drop to upload!

Need to update or delete your FTP account? Let’s explore cPanel FTP account management. In cPanel, return to “FTP Accounts.” Here, you can change passwords, adjust directory access, or delete accounts you no longer need. For security, avoid sharing your FTP details and delete unused accounts. If you’re unsure about managing accounts, Essex Web Hosts support is just a click away to help keep your site safe.