Step-by-step guide to access your Oxygenserv server files via FTP with FileZilla.
FileZilla is a simple FTP client. It allows access to the files on your Oxygenserv server. You can upload, download, and edit your files.
Access the files on your server via FTP. For example to modify a configuration, add mods, or retrieve a backup.
Install FileZilla
Download FileZilla from the official site: https://filezilla-project.org/arrow-up-right
Install the “FileZilla Client” version. It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Retrieve your FTP credentials from the dashboard
On the dashboard, go to FTP then My credentials. There you will find:
The server address
The access port
Your username
Your password
Do not share your FTP credentials. Instead create a sub-user with minimum rights: Add sub-users on your server.
Open FileZilla
Connect to the FTP server
In the “Quickconnect” bar, enter:
Host
Username
Password
Port
Then click Quickconnect.
Transfer files (upload / download)
Now that you are connected to your FTP server, you can transfer files between your local computer and the remote server. Here’s how:
Navigate : open folders on the local or remote side.
Download : right-click on the remote side → Download.
Upload : right-click on the local side → Upload.
Monitor transfers : tab Transfers at the bottom.
Before modifying an important file, keep a local copy. It helps if you need to revert.
Invalid credentials : retype the dashboard username and password.
Wrong host : use the host/IP shown in the FTP section.
Timeout / connection refused : try again a few minutes later.
A screenshot of FileZilla with the error and the time of the test.
Last updated 15 days ago