{"data":{"external_id":1134,"slug":"how-can-i-connect-to-my-server-using-ftp","title":"How Can I Connect to My Server via FTP?","content":"How to Connect via FTP\/SFTP to Your vServer\nA vServer without FTP access? Unthinkable! If you want full control over your server, accessing it via FTP or SFTP is essential. Here you will learn step by step how to connect with FileZilla or WinSCP quickly and easily.\nPrerequisites\nBy default, there is no FTP server installed on your vServer. To use FTP\/SFTP, you first need to configure the server via SSH.\nIf you want a secure connection, we recommend using SFTP\u00e2\u0080\u0094it works directly with your SSH access and is encrypted by default.\nConnecting with FileZilla via SFTP\nOpen FileZilla \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Launch FileZilla and enter the server address (your server’s IP address) in the „Host“ box in the Quickconnect bar.\nEnter Username \u00e2\u0080\u0093 The default is „root“ unless you have set up a different user.\nEnter Password \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Use your Root password which you received via email. If you have changed it, use your new password.\nSet Port Number \u00e2\u0080\u0093 For SFTP, this is always Port 22.\nConnect \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Click „Quickconnect“ or hit Enter.\nConfirm Warning \u00e2\u0080\u0093 If a warning about an unknown host key appears, click „OK“.\nYou can now upload, download, and manage files!\nConnecting with WinSCP via SFTP\nIf you prefer using WinSCP, follow these steps:\nStart WinSCP \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Open the program.\nAdd New Server:\nProtocol: Select SFTP.\nServer Address: Enter your server’s IP address.\nUsername: Usually „root“.\nPassword: Enter your Root password.\nSet Port \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Default is Port 22 for SFTP.\nSave and Connect \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Save the session and click „Login“.\nConfirm Security Warning \u00e2\u0080\u0093 If you receive a host key warning, confirm it with „Yes“.\nYou are now connected to your vServer and can manage files!\nFTP Server Credentials\nUsername\nroot\nPassword\nRoot Password\nPort\n22\nProtocol\nSFTP\nInstalling an FTP Server via SSH\nIf you need a traditional FTP server, you can install it like this:\nConnect via SSH \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Connect to your vServer using SSH.\nUpdate Package Lists \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Run the following command: apt-get update\nInstall FTP Server \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Use the command: apt-get install proftpd\nAdjust Configuration \u00e2\u0080\u0093 After installation, customize the FTP server to your preference.\nImportant Note: FTP is unencrypted! Always use SFTP whenever possible.\nWhy SFTP?\nSFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is the secure alternative to FTP.✔ Encrypted Transmission \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Your data cannot be intercepted.✔ No Extra FTP Server Needed \u00e2\u0080\u0093 SFTP works over existing SSH access.✔ Easy Setup \u00e2\u0080\u0093 No additional software required.\nEven Easier: The VionityCP Web Interface\nIf you wish to manage your vServer more efficiently, check out our VionityCP web interface. It allows you to manage your server directly through the browser\u00e2\u0080\u0094including FTP\/SFTP access!\nNow you know how to quickly and securely connect to your vServer. If you have any questions, feel free to contact support! 🚀","schema":null,"facts":[],"links":[]}}