How to Use SFTP to Connect to Your WordPress Site

1. Go to Sites -> WordPress -> Advanced Settings -> FTP Access

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1. Click on Generate Credentials. Your credentials will be available in a few minutes.

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1. The Host URL, Port number, Username, and Password can be used to log in to a client program and access the WordPress files. Make sure to keep these credentials safe. The UserName and Password are unique for each user and you can even reset these credentials.

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There are many free and premium ones to choose from, we recommend one of the following:

• FileZilla (Free – macOS or Windows)

• WinSCP (Free – Windows)

• FlashFXP (Premium – Windows)

• Cyberduck (Free – macOS or Windows)

• Transmit (Premium – macOS)