About FTP Connections

The FTP Connections tool in cPanel allows you to monitor and manage users currently connected to your hosting account via FTP (File Transfer Protocol). This is an important feature for maintaining the security and integrity of your website files. By reviewing active sessions, you can detect unauthorized access and terminate suspicious connections when necessary.

1. What Is FTP?


FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used to transfer files between your computer and your web hosting server. It is commonly used to upload website files, make edits, or manage your site’s structure. If you or others regularly use FTP accounts, it’s important to monitor access to prevent unauthorized activity.

2. Accessing the FTP Connections Tool

To monitor FTP activity:
  1. Log in to your cPanel account at: https://cpanel.sitedeploy.com
  2. Scroll down to the Files section.
  3. Click on FTP Connections.

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    This will take you to the FTP session monitor, where all current connections are displayed in a table format.


3. Understanding the FTP Connections Page


Once inside the FTP Connections tool, you’ll see a table listing all active FTP sessions. Each row represents one active user session and includes the following details:

4. How to Monitor FTP Sessions

5. Terminating Unwanted FTP Connections

If you notice a session that appears suspicious or unauthorized, follow these steps to disconnect it:

  1. Locate the session in the FTP Connections table.
  2. In the Actions column, click Disconnect next to the session you want to terminate.
  3. Click Reload to confirm that the session has ended.

This will immediately close the FTP connection and prevent further file access under that session.

6. System Recommendations for FTP Security


To help you protect your website files, follow these best practices:


The FTP Connections tool in cPanel is a powerful feature that helps you manage and secure your website by monitoring real-time FTP activity. Regularly reviewing this section and terminating suspicious sessions ensures that only authorized users can access your website files.

 

 

 


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Created 28 March 2025 05:47:21 by Admin
Updated 28 March 2025 06:03:17 by Admin