This open-source app is an essential tool for anyone working with websites and ftp
Transfer files across the internet using Filezilla
An essential part of running a website is uploading the files to the web host. If you are using a software program to design the site it probably has this capability built in but uploading a website content management system (CMS) such as Wordpress requires a program such as Filezilla.
Installation is simple. Filezilla is also available as part of the Portable Apps system if you would prefer to install it to a USB key.
The interface may look a bit complicated if you have never used an ftp program before but it is well laid out and soon makes sense.
Connection to the web host can be made in two ways. The second toolbar down is the Quickconnect bar. Simply enter the webhost address, username and password and click on the Quickconnect button. Some ftp servers don't even require a username and password.
Mulitple connections can be opened using the tabbed interface.
To avoid having to remember login information, there is also a site manager. This is the left-most icon on the top toolbar. This can store the connection details and other options that ftp servers might specify. Most of the time the defaults work just fine.
The top pane shows all the commands that Filezilla sends to the web host. Most of the time these can be safely ignored unless there is a problem. They are colour coded, which makes this much easier. Not all red messages indicate a problem. During large transfers a disconnection message will often appear but this won't affect the transfer.
The middle four panes show the files on your computer (left-hand side) and the web host (right-hand pane). You can transfer files and folders by dragging and dropping. This can also be done from a Windows Explorer window.
The bottom pane shows all current and pending transfers, which gives an idea of how much work is left to be done.
Read more reviews
Related downloads
A useful utility for transfering files across the internet
With children using the family PC for more and more activities, it makes sense to protect them from unsuitable sites. We explain how to keep your youngsters safe
|
|
|
|
|
Computeractive Excel (2010) Online tutorialPrice: £19.99 |
Computeractive Word (2010) Online TutorialPrice: £19.99 |
Computeractive Powerpoint (2010) Online TutorialPrice: £19.99 |
Angry BirdsPrice: £9.99 |
Back Issue CD-Rom 14 (2011)Price: £15.99 |
Filezilla is good
I manage a website on behalf of the village I live in. I am not an IT expert, but find Filezilla very user friendly.
Posted by John Herrington, 06 Jun 2011
Filezilla - so easy
I would recommend this program to anyone with a web site, fast, efficient and easy to use.
Posted by Alan Drage, 25 Jun 2011
Transfer files across the internet with Filezilla
Its the best tool, I used it for a long time of period.
Posted by Press Release Distribution, 09 Aug 2011
If i upload it and i go with irnetnet explorer to my website and i click at downloads or tutorials etc.. there comes a download to download the html page..so please help..website: ght-world.c()m
If i upload it and i go with irnetnet explorer to my website and i click at downloads or tutorials etc.. there comes a download to download the html page..so please help..website: ght-world.c()m
Posted by Mirla, 27 Mar 2012