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Introduction:

This knowledge-based article provides a comprehensive guide on creating an FTP account within DirectAdmin. FTP accounts are essential for managing file transfers and access permissions on your web hosting server. DirectAdmin offers a user-friendly interface for effortlessly setting up FTP accounts to facilitate website management.

Prerequisites:

• Access to a DirectAdmin account.
• Basic understanding of file transfer protocol (FTP) concepts.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Access FTP Menu:

• • Log in to your DirectAdmin control panel.

• • Navigate to the “FTP Management” icon on the main screen.

2. Creating a New FTP Account:

• • Click on the “Create FTP account“.

• • Choose a unique FTP username and set a password.

• • Select the desired access level for the FTP account:
    • Domain: This FTP user has access to public_html, private_html, mail, domains, and backup directories.
    • FTP: This FTP user has access to the public_ftp directory only.
    • User: This FTP user has access to public_html/username/ only.
    • If the selected directory does not exist, it will be created during account setup.

• • Click the “Create” button to proceed.

3. View Login Information:

• • After successful creation, the control panel will display the login credentials for the newly created FTP account.
  • Note: If your domain uses a shared IP address, the FTP username will include @yourdomain.com. Dedicated IP addresses may not include this suffix.

Extra: Understanding Default FTP Account:

• • • The default FTP account and control panel account have the same login name and password
    • The default FTP account cannot be deleted but its password can be modified and different from the control panel password.
    • Note: Changing the control panel password does not automatically update the default FTP account password. You must update the default FTP account in the FTP menu if you want both passwords to match.

Conclusion:

Creating an FTP account in DirectAdmin is a straightforward process that enhances website management capabilities. By following this guide, users can efficiently set up FTP access for file transfers and directory management. Regularly managing FTP accounts ensures smooth website operations and secure file management.

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