FTP & File Management3 min read•Updated September 2026

Configuring Your Website Connection in FileZilla (FTPS / TLS)

FileZilla is the industry-standard free FTP client. HubforHost enforces explicit TLS encryption to guarantee passwords and files are never transmitted in cleartext.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Open FileZilla and open Site Manager

Launch FileZilla and click File > Site Manager (or press Ctrl+S / Cmd+S).

2

Click 'New Site'

Name your site profile (e.g., 'HubforHost - MyWebsite').

3

Configure Connection Parameters

Host: ftp.yourdomain.com (or your server IP) Protocol: FTP - File Transfer Protocol Encryption: Require explicit FTP over TLS Logon Type: Normal User: your_cpanel_username (or created FTP user) Password: your_cpanel_password

4

Connect & Trust Certificate

Click 'Connect'. When prompted with the SSL certificate confirmation, check 'Always trust this certificate' and click OK.

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