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How to Update Hosting FTP Password

An FTP password that is not secured can compromise the confidentiality of your data. With data stored virtually, an account could be susceptible to hacking if you choose a weak password. In case your password is not a strong one, please consider changing it now.

How to Update Hosting FTP Password

Follow the steps below to change your FTP password.

Step 1. Access your Hosting Manager.
Step 2. Scroll down to Files tab, then click the FTP Accounts option.
FTP accounts option in cPanel via hosting manager
Step 3. Scroll down to FTP Accounts. Click on the Change Password link of the FTP account you want to manage.
Change Password option FTP account in cPanel
Step 4. Enter your new password.

Note: Clicking on the Password Generator button will automatically enter a system-generated string of random characters in the Password fields. If used, click on the field to view the Password, then copy and paste it in a secure place.

update password on a selected ftp account in hosting manager
Step 5. Click the Change Password button.

You've just updated your FTP password. Please let us know if you need any further assistance, or if you have any questions. We’d love to help!

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