How to Create an FTP Account in DirectAdmin

Using the DirectAdmin login information, you can access the FTP account, giving you complete access to the home directory. However, you can establish a different FTP account if you want to create an FTP user account for a specific directory.

1. Log in to your DirectAdmin Account.

2. In the Account Manager section, click on FTP Management or type FTP Management in the navigation filter box, and the option will appear. Click on it.
FTP management icon

3. Click on Create FTP Account. You will find it on the top right.
FTP account creation


4. Enter the FTP Username such as firstuser, and a password. After that, choose the Domain option or any other option you want.

FTP username

7. Click on Create.



Your FTP account will be created, and it will display your FTP login details. Copy them to a safe place.

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