How to Connect to Your VPS Using SFTP
SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) allows you to securely transfer files between your computer and your VPS. You can connect to your VPS using an SFTP client such as FileZilla or WinSCP.
Requirements
Before connecting, make sure you have the following information:
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Server IP Address
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Username (usually
root) -
Password
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Port:
22
Method 1: Connect Using FileZilla
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Download and install FileZilla on your computer.
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Open FileZilla.
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At the top of the window, enter the following details:
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Host: Your VPS IP address
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Username:
root(or your VPS username) -
Password: Your VPS password
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Port:
22
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Click Quickconnect.
After connecting successfully, you will see your VPS files on the right side and your local computer files on the left side. You can upload or download files by dragging and dropping them.
Method 2: Connect Using WinSCP (Windows)
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Download and install WinSCP.
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Open WinSCP.
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Enter the following information:
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File Protocol: SFTP
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Host Name: Your VPS IP address
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Port Number:
22 -
User Name:
root -
Password: Your VPS password
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Click Login.
Once connected, you can easily manage files between your computer and your VPS.
Common Issues
Connection Timeout
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Ensure your VPS is running.
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Check that port 22 is open in your firewall.
Authentication Failed
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Verify that the username and password are correct.
Security Tip
For better security, it is recommended to use SSH keys instead of passwords when connecting to your VPS.
If you need help connecting to your VPS using SFTP, please contact the Ateex Support Team.
