TutorialsDecember 20, 202510 min read
. Log into GoDaddy . Log into Bluehost . Log into HostGator . Log into SiteGround Always use SFTP when available (port 22) Create dedicated FTP users for security Store passwords securely Test connection before starting work
FTP Setup Guide for GoDaddy, Bluehost, and Other Hosts
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James Strickland
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Complete FTP Setup Guide
Setting up FTP access is your gateway to full website control. This guide covers the most popular hosting providers.
GoDaddy FTP Setup
2. Navigate to My Products
3. Find your hosting and click Manage
4. Access cPanel or FTP settings
5. Create or view FTP accounts
6. Note your host, username, password, and port
Bluehost FTP Setup
2. Go to Advanced (cPanel)
3. Find Files section
4. Click FTP Accounts
5. Create new account or use existing
6. Record credentials
HostGator FTP Setup
2. Access cPanel
3. Navigate to Files > FTP Accounts
4. Create or manage accounts
5. Save your credentials
SiteGround FTP Setup
2. Go to Site Tools
3. Select Devs > FTP Accounts
4. Create account if needed
5. Copy credentials
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