How to create a new FTP account in cPanel December 10, 2023

This article explains how to create a new FTP account in cPanel to provide secure and restricted access to specific files or directories on your server, ideal for collaborating with team members or managing uploads.

Let us find out how to create a new FTP account in cPanel:

1. Log in to cPanel.
2. Select “FTP Accounts” under the “Files” section.
   
3. You will enter a new interface, and fill out the form as shown below:
   1. Enter the FTP account’s preferred username here. The format for the entire FTP username is [email protected].
   2. Make a strong password on your own or generate one using the Password Generator. Make sure you safely store this password.
   3. To verify the password, type it again.
4. Click “Create FTP Account”.
   
5. During this cPanel will automatically create a subdirectory folder with the same name as the Username but you can change it if you want to.
   
6. Once an account has been created you can change the password or delete it.

In summary, creating a new FTP account in cPanel is a simple process, offering seamless file management for enhanced website administration.