How to Configure WinSCP FTP

Connecting FTP with WinSCP

To connect via WinSCP:

  1. FTP settings must be set to the following:
    • Port needs to be set to 21.
    • No encryption
    • Hostname can be the Domain Name or Server IP.
    • Username will be the FTP account's username.
    • Password will be the FTP account's password.
  2. To connect immediately, click Login.

Save Login Information:

WinSCP allows you to create as many logins as you like. To save your login information:

  1. On the login screen, click Save instead of Login.
  2. In the popup that appears, enter a name for the FTP login.
  3. Click OK.

Using a Saved Login

To use a saved Login:

  1. Click on the Account Name.
  2. Click Login.

WinSCP will then log in with the selected account's saved information.