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File Management in Cloud Sites

Manage files in Cloud Sites. Learn to use the File Manager, secure FTP/SFTP connections, set permissions, and recover data from snapshots.

Effective file management is key to maintaining a secure and organized website. Cloud Sites offers multiple ways to handle your data, from a built-in File Manager for quick edits to robust FTP/SFTP support for bulk uploads. This collection of guides will help you upload and unzip files, manage folder permissions, and secure your connections.


Cloud Sites File Management Articles

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Use these resources to manage your site’s files, configure FTP users, and troubleshoot common connection issues.

  • Change Your FTP Password in Cloud Sites

    This article will show you how to change your FTP user passwords in Cloud Sites.

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  • FTP Clients and Cloud Sites

    You may have heard of FTP—File Transfer Protocol. FTP moves files from your local computer to your website. However, FTP is not a secure file transfer method. Malicious attacks often target FTP. SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) is a secure file transfer protocol similar to FTP. SFTP performs the same functions as FTP over an…

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  • FTP User Folder Access in Cloud Sites

    In Cloud Sites, you can choose what folders specific FTP users can access. When you create FTP users, you choose this folder access and you can adjust access at any time.

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  • Logging Into Cloud Sites File Manager

    Cloud Sites File Manager simplifies site directory and file management without external FTP clients. It utilizes FTP user credentials for access, enabling seamless login via your Cloud Sites control panel for efficient file handling.

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  • Manage File Permissions in Cloud Sites

    File Permissions determines the type of action that can be taken on a file or folder within a server or website. There are quite a few different permissions that can be granted. Control what files are visible and editable from the file manager within Cloud Sites control panel.

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  • Troubleshooting: Maximum Number of FTP Clients Reached with Cloud Sites

    To make sure your Cloud Site has the highest performance possible, a single FTP user can’t have more than 10 FTP client connections. When you hit this limit, you will see an error message.

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  • Unzip Files in Cloud Sites File Manager

    Unzipping a file using the Cloud Sites File Manager is much like uploading a file or folder. You can choose to upload it as a zip file or to extract on upload. Using the steps below, you can unzip files easily through the file manager.

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  • Upload Files in Cloud Sites Using the File Manager

    Uploading files in your Cloud Sites control panel takes just a few steps using the file manager. This tutorial walks you through the process of uploading files.

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