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How do I FTP to Linode?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 1:05 pm

If you are looking to FTP to a Linode, your best bet is to use a FTP client. Popular FTP clients include FileZilla and Cyberduck. Once you have your FTP client installed and configured, you can connect to your Linode’s IP address or hostname. To upload or download files, simply navigate to the desired directory on your Linode and use the FTP client’s File menu to select the appropriate command. For example, to upload a file to your Linode, select the “Upload” command from the File menu, and enter the file’s name (without the .txt extension) into the input field.

PRO TIP: When connecting to your Linode via FTP, you will need to use your Linode’s IP address as the hostname. Additionally, you will need to use your Linode’s username and password to login. We recommend using an FTP client such as FileZilla or Cyberduck for an easy to use interface.

To download a file from your Linode, select the “Download” command from the File menu, and enter the file’s name (without the . Finally, make sure that the “Use SFTP” checkbox is checked in the FTP client’s configuration panel, and enter your Linode’s SSH key pair into the “SSH” field. Click the “Start” button to begin the transfer. Once the transfer is complete, you can disconnect from the FTP client and enjoy your newly downloaded file!.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

Cloud infrastructure engineer and tech mess solver.