Using FTP to Upload Your Website
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is the method used to copy your web pages and files from your computer to your webspace on our server. To use FTP, you’ll need an FTP client. We recommend FileZilla or WinSCP, although you can also use integrated tools in modern editors like Visual Studio Code.
Using Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
VS Code is the most popular editor today and includes extensions for FTP/SFTP deployment. To set up FTP in VS Code:
- Install the SFTP extension from the VS Code Marketplace.
- Open your project folder in VS Code.
- Create a file named
sftp.jsoninside the.vscodefolder. - Enter your FTP details, for example:
{
"host": "ftp.your-domain-name.com",
"username": "your-ftp-username",
"password": "your-ftp-password",
"protocol": "ftp",
"port": 21,
"remotePath": "/wwwroot",
"uploadOnSave": true
}
Save the file, then use the SFTP commands in VS Code to upload or sync your files directly to your hosting account.
Legacy Note – Dreamweaver
Dreamweaver includes built-in FTP capabilities and has been tested on our servers in the past. However, Dreamweaver is now considered legacy software and is rarely used. We recommend switching to Visual Studio Code or a dedicated FTP client for modern workflows.
Dedicated FTP Clients
You may also use standalone FTP clients such as:
- FileZilla: Free, open-source, widely used.
- WinSCP: Windows-only, excellent for scripting and automation.
- Cyberduck: Mac/Windows, supports FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and cloud storage.
Setup procedures are similar across all FTP clients — you’ll need your FTP hostname, username, and password (provided in your Hosting Activation Notice).