FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a method for moving files in bulk across the internet. It is more reliable and much faster than email. FTP involves using software you install on your PC (the client) to connect to an FTP server where you upload and store the files. The stored files can then be used by a website, or they can be downloaded by another FTP user.
There are many different FTP clients (software programs) that you can use for FTP, but we recommend the FREE FileZilla FTP client. There are several sites that offer tutorials on how to use FileZilla. A couple of the better ones can be found below.
Please note: These tutorials may not look exactly like the version of FileZilla that you may have, but the differences should not be significant enough to cause confusion.
Note – FTP requires an FTP account on a server. If you’re an Infront client, please contact us for information on setting up an FTP account.
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Matthew is the President of Infront Webworks and is a New England native now calling Colorado Springs home. Matt attended The University of NH where he pursued a BS in Natural Resource Economics & Business Administration. Aside from Infront; Matthew has owned and managed two other online agencies based on the seacoast of New Hampshire and been a key player in multiple technology mergers & acquisitions. When he’s not bathing in technology, online marketing & business; he’s probably spending time with his wife and daughter, boating, skiing the trees, hiking or cooking..he is a foodie for sure!
