CuteFTP is an FTP client used to transfer website files from your computer to a hosting server. The video walks through creating a new FTP connection and uploading site files.
Steps Covered in the Video
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Open CuteFTP
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Launch the CuteFTP application on your computer.
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Create a New FTP Site
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Go to the Site Manager.
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Select New Site to add a new connection.
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Enter FTP Connection Details
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Host / Server Address (provided by your hosting provider)
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Username
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Password
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Port (usually 21 for FTP or 22 for SFTP)
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Choose the correct protocol (FTP, FTPS, or SFTP).
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Save and Connect
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Save the site settings.
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Click Connect to establish a connection to the server.
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Navigate Server Directories
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Locate the website root folder (commonly
public_html,www, orhtdocs).
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Upload Website Files
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Drag and drop files from your local computer to the server directory.
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Ensure important files like
index.htmlorindex.phpare uploaded correctly.
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Verify Upload
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Confirm that files transfer successfully.
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Visit the website in a browser to ensure it loads properly.
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Result
After completing these steps, your website files are successfully uploaded and accessible online via your domain.
