How to Upload Files via FTP Using FileZilla

Download FileZilla

Download the free FileZilla Client from filezilla-project.org. Install it on your computer.

Create an FTP Account in cPanel

1. cPanel → FTP Accounts → Create
2. Set a username (e.g. ftpuser) and strong password
3. Set the directory to /public_html for full website access
4. Click Create FTP Account

Connect with FileZilla

1. Open FileZilla → File → Site Manager → New Site
2. Protocol: SFTP – SSH File Transfer Protocol
3. Host: yourdomain.com
4. Port: 22
5. Logon Type: Normal
6. Enter your FTP username and password
7. Click Connect

Uploading Files

Your website files go inside /public_html. Drag files from the left panel (your computer) to the right panel (your server) to upload.