Check if your transferred folders require specific read/write permissions (like 755 or 644 ) to function properly on the server.
Log into your server via SSH (if available) and the file. ⚠️ Important Considerations How To Entire Directory Using Ftp
To transfer an entire directory, use a like FileZilla or Cyberduck. Simply drag the folder from your local computer and drop it into the remote server window. Simply drag the folder from your local computer
Ensure your FTP client is set to show hidden files (like .htaccess ) so they are not left behind during the transfer. Connect to your FTP server via terminal: ftp
the folder on your local computer into a .zip or .tar.gz file. Connect to your FTP server via terminal: ftp hostname Turn on binary mode: binary Upload the single zip file: put archive.zip
Navigate to the target location on the server: cd /path/to/destination
Graphical User Interface (GUI) clients are the most efficient way to move folders. They automatically create the directories and transfer all files inside them. 1. Download a Client (Windows, Mac, Linux) Cyberduck (Windows, Mac) WinSCP (Windows) 2. Connect to Your Server Open your FTP client. Enter your Host (IP address or domain). Enter your Username and Password . Enter the Port (usually 21 for FTP or 22 for SFTP). Click Quickconnect or Connect . 3. Transfer the Directory The left panel shows your Local Site (your computer). The right panel shows the Remote Site (the server). Locate the folder you want to move.