FTP / SFTP Access
15-30 minIntermediate
Essential for installing themes and modules.
Prerequisites
- SFTP Credentials
Easy Recommended
SFTP (Secure)
Never use plain FTP.
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Connect
1
Use FileZilla or Cyberduck
2
Root folder is usually /public_html/ or /var/www/html/
3
Key locations: app/code (Modules), app/design (Themes)
2
Permissions
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Ensure files are 644 and directories are 755
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Incorrect permissions will cause 500 errors immediately
Verification Checklist
- Upload test.txt