How to create an FTP account in DirectAdmin

Hordur Hardarson

Last Update 2 years ago

In this post, we will be showing you how to create an FTP account in DirectAdmin. This is a very simple process, that can be completed in a few minutes. Creating an FTP account is a great way to give access to your website files, without giving away your DirectAdmin username and password. Let's get started! 


1. First, Login into DirectAdmin control panel visit,

https://your-domain.com:2222


2. You have to click on "FTP Management" under the Account Manager section.



3. To create a new FTP Account → Click on "Create FTP Account".


4. Then you have to add "Username" and "Password" for new FTP Account.


5. Then you have to select the appropriate option from the below options:


Domain – /home/$USER/domains/domain.com

FTP – /home/$USER/domains/domain.com/public_ftp

User – /home/$USER/domains/domain.com/$USER

Custom – Define your own file path.


6. After adding the information click on "Create" button at bottom right.

Congratulations! You have successfully create an FTP account in DirectAdmin.

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