How to establish a SFTP connection to your hosting account with FileZilla

How to establish a SFTP connection to your hosting account with FileZilla

In this knowledge base article are listed the steps which should be completed in order to establish a SFTP connection to your hosting account with the FileZilla FTP client: Open your cPanel -> SSH/Shell Access and generate new SSH key pair. After you … Continued
Common FTP errors

Common FTP errors

The most common FTP errors are related to incorrect login details supplied or an issue with the hosting server or the internet service provider. In most cases you will see Could not connect to server, but exact errors will vary depending … Continued
How can I change my files and folders permissions by using an FTP client

How can I change my files and folders permissions by using an FTP client

Most FTP clients provide the option to change file / folder permissions, a.k.a. attributes. For example, setting a file or folder permission in FileZilla is very easy. Select a file, then right click on it. A menu will appear and you will need to … Continued
How to upload files in order to open them by HTTPS (with SSL)?

How to upload files in order to open them by HTTPS (with SSL)?

On XonHost’s servers all web files are stored in the public_html directory regardless of the way they are accessed. Thus, in order your files to open by HTTPS you should upload them to your public_html directory. You can find more information about our SSL … Continued
How to change the FTP password?

How to change the FTP password?

SiteGround customers can change the password of their main FTP user from their User Area, under: My Accounts -> Information & Settings -> Change Password Note: Your main FTP login details are the same as your cPanel username and password. You can change the passwords … Continued
How to change files and folders permissions with an FTP client?

How to change files and folders permissions with an FTP client?

All popular FTP clients have options for changing the permissions of files and folders. This option can be usually found in the pop-up menu after clicking with the right mouse button on files / folders. You should check the manual … Continued
How to delete the default XonHost page?

How to delete the default XonHost page?

We configure all customer accounts with a default index page designed for the convenience of our customers. You may remove that page at any time you like. Furthermore, the page is removed automatically when you upload a personal index page … Continued
How to check the log of my FTP client?

How to check the log of my FTP client?

The FTP log can be very useful when you troubleshoot connectivity or other issues with your FTP account. It keeps track of each FTP command that you execute and the server response. Therefore, it is good to know where to … Continued
How can I reinstall my script

How can I reinstall my script

If you wish to reinstall your script, first you have to remove your current installation in order to avoid any errors caused by the existing files in the installation directory. If you need any of the old data, it is … Continued
Secure FTP Connection

Secure FTP Connection

In order to keep up with the latest security standards, XonHost provides a secure FTP solution over SSL on all shared servers. How to establish an FTP connection over SSL? If you need a secure FTP connection over SSL, you … Continued