File Transfer Protocol

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FTP stands for File Trasfer Protocol. It is a protocol that enables you to transfer files between computers on the Internet. FTP is most commonly used to transfer web page files from an individual's computer to the web server that is hosting the web site. You can also use FTP to download files from a web site to your own computer.

Superb provides you with unlimited FTP access to your account at any time. This allows you to set up, change, or maintain your web site whenever you need to.

There are a number of tools you can use to upload your files using FTP. Superb provides a Web-based FTP tool called File Manager that enables you to quickly and easily connect to your Web server directly from within MyCP Control Panel. Because you use this tool while logged into MyCP, the application uses your account information to automatically establish a connection and authenticate you.

There are also a number of third-party FTP applications that you can use. Many of these can be downloaded from the Internet or purchased online.

Some common FTP tools include:

• CuteFTP
• WSFTP
• SmartFTP
• FileZilla

For a more complete comparison, see our article on FTP applications