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SFTP Access

Connect to your site with your favorite desktop SFTP client — no FTP client needed, no size limits, and credentials ready the moment your site is created.

  • No file size limit
  • Encrypted by default
  • Works with any SFTP client
app.xerowp.com/sites/settings
SFTP
FileZillaFileZilla
CyberduckCyberduck
WinSCPWinSCP
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What You Get

Your usual desktop workflow, ready to go

No account requests, no manual setup — every site ships with SFTP access enabled.

Ready-Made Credentials

Your SFTP host, port, username, and password are generated automatically and available in your site's Settings tab — nothing to configure.

Works With Any SFTP Client

Connect with FileZilla, Cyberduck, Transmit, WinSCP, or any client that speaks SFTP — the same workflow you already use.

Encrypted by Default

SFTP encrypts your connection end-to-end. Plain, unencrypted FTP is never exposed, keeping your files and credentials safe in transit.

Rotate Credentials Anytime

Regenerate your SFTP password from the dashboard whenever you like, no need to contact support to lock out an old collaborator.

Connecting

What you'll need to connect

HostYour site's SFTP hostname
Port22 (standard SFTP)
AuthenticationUsername & password
Root directoryYour WordPress install

No file size limit over SFTP — ideal for large media libraries and bulk migrations.

FAQ

Common questions about SFTP access

Your SFTP host, port, username, and password are listed in your site's Settings tab. Use them with any SFTP client to connect directly to your site's files.

No — for security, only SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is supported. Any FTP client that supports SFTP, such as FileZilla, Cyberduck, or Transmit, will work.

No. SFTP has no practical file size limit, making it the best option for large media libraries or bulk migrations.

Yes. Regenerate your SFTP password at any time from your site's Settings tab — the new credentials take effect immediately.

Connect with the tools you already use

No credit card required

SFTP access comes standard on every site — try it free for 7 days.

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