How to create an FTP account in Plesk

Learn how to create an FTP account in Plesk

In this article, you will learn how to create an FTP account in Plesk. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used for the transfer of computer files between a client and server on a computer network. FTP is built on a client-server model architecture using separate control and data connections between the client and the server.

Prerequisites

• A Web Hosting Plan
• Plesk panel

Step 1: Log in on your Client area.

Go to https://my.snel.com/clientarea/ and log in with your credentials

Go to Services  in the left side panel.

Select Webhosting under the services tab.

Select the product you want to use.

Select Login Details in the left side panel.

Click on the URL to go to Plesk.

Use the given username and password to log in to Plesk.

Step 2: Create a new FTP account.

Select FTP Access next to the red arrow.

Select Add an FTP Accounton the left.

Fill in the empty fields:

• FTP account name: Type a desired name.
• Home directory: Select the directory to which the user will be taken when he or she connects to the FTP account.
• Password: Type a desired password.

Once you are done click on OKto proceed.

If everything went successfully, you will be able to see the green indicator next to the red arrow.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you have successfully created an FTP account in Plesk.