3.4. ACCOUNT SETTINGS

CHAPTER 3. HOW DO I USE CPANEL?

CPanel allows you to set up FTP accounts so that certain external users can access a restricted part of your

system. You can also set up an anonymous FTP account so that anyone can access a restricted part of your

system. You can also manage these FTP sessions, cutting them off if they go on for too long.

Warning:

FTP, by its very nature, allows external users to modify your web site (albeit a restricted area of

your web site). External users can upload, download, and delete files. Keep this in mind when you set up an

FTP account.

Figure 3.25: FTP

Adding an FTP account

An FTP account creates a folder on the public html level of your site that allows external users that know the

password to upload and download files from that location. Change your password if you think that your account

is being used incorrectly. Note:

Please be aware that all users with the correct password will be able to add,

edit, and delete files from the directory that you specify for the FTP account, and any directories within the

stated directory.

To add an FTP account:

1. Click on the FTP Manager link in the Account Settings area.

2. Click on the

button.

3. Click on the Add Account link.

4. Enter the name of the FTP account in the Login field and the password for the account in the Password

field.

5. Enter the path to the directory to which this FTP account has access.

Warning:

If you enter the top level of the web site by entering a slash (/), all users with the correct

password will be able to add, edit, and delete all files on your site. It is advisable to limit an FTP account

to a smaller section of your web site.

6. Click on the

button.

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