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How to Connect to a Secure FTP

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SFTP stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol. By using SFTP, file transfer will be more secure, thus protecting information that is of vital importance during transfer on the Internet.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Web Host FTP Client
  1. Step 1

    Download and install an SFTP Client for your operating platform.

  2. Step 2

    Open the SFTP Client of choice and create a new site.

  3. Step 3

    Find out which port number is needed from the Web host, and enter the correct port number.

  4. Step 4

    Select server type as SFTP-SSH File Transfer Protocol.

  5. Step 5

    Now enter a log-in name and password, and any other information that may be needed.

Tips & Warnings
  • To configure the SFTP to one's own specifications, simply select the choices in the preferences section of the selected client.
  • Be sure to use a password that is easy to remember to avoid locking one's self out.
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