Using SFTP

SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) allows you to manage your server files using an external client like FileZilla or WinSCP. This is much faster for uploading large files or downloading backups compared to the web-based file manager.

Step 1: Get Your SFTP Details

Before connecting, you need your unique connection details from the panel.

1. Log in to the Control Panel.
2. Navigate to your server.
3. Click on the Settings tab in the sidebar (bottom left).
4. Look for the SFTP Details box. You will see:
   • Server Address: (e.g., sftp://node1.baohost.com:2022)
   • Username: (e.g., u1234.user_name)

Note: Your SFTP password is the same as your Control Panel password.

Step 2: Connect with a Client

We recommend using FileZilla, a free and open-source FTP client.

1. Open FileZilla.
2. Enter your details in the "Quickconnect" bar:
   • Host: The server address (e.g., node1.baohost.com).
   • Username: Your specific SFTP username.
   • Password: Your panel password.
   • Port: The port number (usually 2022).
3. Click Quickconnect.

Step 3: Transferring Files

Once connected, you will see your computer's files on the left and the server's files on the right.

• Upload: Drag files from the left side to the right side.
• Download: Drag files from the right side to the left side.