How to Log on to an FTP Site on a Mac
File transport protocol (FTP) allows you to log in to a remote computer and download and upload files. Mac computers come with Safari installed, and you can use this browser to log in to the FTP site. FTP is typically used by web host providers, so you must log in to FTP to upload and manage your website's web page files.
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Instructions
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Open the Safari on your Mac. Safari automatically loads your default web page in the window.
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Type the following in your address bar:
ftp://user:password@ftpsite.com
Replace "user" with your user name and "password" with your password. The "ftpsite.com" is the location of the FTP site. This address can also be an IP address.
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Press "Enter" after you type the data in the address text bar. You log in to the FTP site and files are displayed in your Safari browser window.
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