Connecting via SFTP using filezilla

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Connecting via SFTP using FileZilla

Step 1: Download and Install FileZilla First, you need to download FileZilla from here. Install it on your computer.

Step 2: Set Up Connection

  1. Start FileZilla.
  2. Press Ctrl + S to open the Site Manager.
  3. Click on "New Site" and name it (for example, "My Seedbox").
  4. In the "Host" field, enter "server.pulsedmedia.com".
  5. For the "Port", enter "22".
  6. Set the "Protocol" to "SFTP - SSH File Transfer Protocol".
  7. Set the "Logon Type" to "Normal".
  8. Enter your username and password in the respective fields (these are the ones you received via email).
  9. In the "Default remote directory" field, enter "/home/your_username_here/".

Step 3: Connect to Your Seedbox

  1. Click "Connect" to connect to your seedbox via SFTP.

Step 4: Navigate to Your Home Directory

  1. In the "Remote site" field at the top, enter "/home/YOUR_USERNAME_HERE/" and press enter. You should now be in your home directory. Your username is the one you use to login for web access.

Note: Next time you start FileZilla, you won't need to fill all the details again. You can just select your previously created configuration from the list on the left and hit "Connect"!

Why Choose SFTP Over FTP?

SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is a secure file transfer protocol. It provides file access, file transfer, and file management functionalities over any reliable data stream. It is designed to provide secure file transfer capabilities, so it is a good choice for transferring confidential or sensitive files.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used to transfer files from one host to another over a TCP-based network, such as the internet. However, FTP is not a secure protocol, and it should not be used for transferring sensitive or confidential data unless it is tunneled through a secure protocol, such as SSH.

In summary, if security is a concern, SFTP is definitely the better choice.

Troubleshooting

If you're having trouble connecting, make sure you're entering the correct details. Remember, you can only access your own home directory, not the system files or the /home directory.

If you're still having trouble, don't hesitate to contact our support team at support@pulsedmedia.com. We're here to help!

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