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How to Connect via SFTP

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What is SFTP?

SFTP is a secure way to transfer files between your computer and your game server:
  • Secure Connection - Encrypted file transfers
  • Direct File Access - Manage files directly on your server
  • Backup Capabilities - Download important files for backup
  • Plugin Management - Upload custom plugins and mods
  • Configuration Editing - Edit server configuration files
  • World File Access - Download or upload world files

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Finding Your SFTP Connection Details

Get your SFTP connection information from your HostByte Game Panel:
  1. Log into the HostByte Panel - How to Acess Your Game Panel
  2. Navigate to your game server
  3. Look for “System” in the left sidebar
  4. Click on “SFTP Details”

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Information You’ll Find

  • Connection Address - Your server’s SFTP address
  • Username - Your SFTP username
  • Port - Usually 2022
  • Password - Your password is the same as your HostByte Game Panel Login
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FileZilla is a free, user-friendly SFTP client:

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Download and Install

  1. Download FileZilla from FileZilla Download