Core FTP is a lightweight, feature-rich FTP client for Windows users, available in both free and professional versions.
Downloading and Installing Core FTP
1. Go to coreftp.com
2. Choose "Core FTP LE" (free version) or "Core FTP Pro"
3. Download the installer
4. Run setup and follow installation wizard
5. Launch Core FTP from desktop or Start menu
Setting Up Site Connection
1. Go to File > Connect (or click Connect button)
2. Click "New" to create new site
3. Enter site details:
Site Configuration:
• Site Name: Choose a descriptive name
• Host/IP/URL: yourdomain.com
• Username: Your cPanel username
• Password: Your cPanel password
• Port: 21 (FTP) or 22 (SFTP)
• Connection Type: Normal or SFTP
4. Click "Connect" to establish connection
Core FTP Interface Layout
- Local Files (Left): Your computer files
- Remote Files (Right): Server files
- Transfer Queue (Bottom): File transfer status
- Log Window: Connection and command log
- Toolbar: Quick access buttons
Basic File Operations
Uploading Files:
1. Navigate to local files (left panel)
2. Navigate to public_html (right panel)
3. Select files to upload
4. Right-click and choose "Upload"
5. Or drag files from left to right
Downloading Files:
1. Select files on server (right panel)
2. Right-click and choose "Download"
3. Or drag files from right to left
4. Choose local destination
Core FTP Pro Features
- SFTP/SSH Support: Secure file transfers
- Site-to-Site Transfers: Transfer between servers
- Advanced Scheduling: Automated transfers
- Bandwidth Control: Limit transfer speeds
- File Compression: ZIP files during transfer
- Email Notifications: Transfer completion alerts
Security Configuration
For SFTP connections:
1. In site settings, change Connection Type to "SFTP"
2. Set port to 22
3. Enable "Use SSH2"
4. Configure key authentication if available
For FTPS connections:
1. Set Connection Type to "SSL/TLS"
2. Choose appropriate SSL mode
3. Verify certificates
File Permissions in Core FTP
1. Right-click on file/folder
2. Select "Change Attributes" or "CHMOD"
3. Set permissions using checkboxes or numeric values
4. Apply changes
5. Common settings:
• Files: 644
• Directories: 755
Transfer Queue Management
- View all pending transfers
- Pause/resume individual transfers
- Set transfer priorities
- Retry failed transfers
- Save queue for later
Core FTP Automation
Creating Scripts:
1. Go to Tools > Script Editor
2. Write FTP commands
3. Save script file
4. Run via Tools > Run Script
Scheduling Transfers:
1. Set up site connection
2. Configure transfer settings
3. Use Windows Task Scheduler
4. Run Core FTP with command line parameters
Troubleshooting Core FTP
- Connection refused: Check server address and port
- Login incorrect: Verify credentials in cPanel
- Transfer stalled: Check passive/active mode settings
- SSL errors: Verify SSL certificate settings
File Management and Backup Support
Our team provides comprehensive file management assistance:
• Automated backup solutions
• Large file transfer assistance
• Custom FTP configurations
• Git repository setup and management
• File organization and optimization
Contact support for personalized file management and backup solutions.
