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Protocol (connection method): FTP-SSL, also known as FTPS* Server: domains.swarthmore.edu Port: 21 Username: see step 1 for how to retrieve Password: see step 1 for how to set * domains.swarthmore.edu is configured to only accept encrypted FTPS connections. If standard, non-encrypted, FTP is chosen as the connection method your FTP client will not be able to connect. |
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is the preferred way to manage website content on domains.swarthmore.edu (also known as Domain of One’s Own.) There are many different FTP clients available, for these instructions we will be using Cyberduck, a free, full featured, Windows and MacOS compatible FTP client. Other popular FTP clients are:
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On the User Information page you will find your site’s FTP account information. In the change your FTP password prompt, set an FTP password for the account. DO NOT use the same password as your Swarthmore user account, see this ITS KnowlegeBase page for password tips. Take note of the FTP username and the newly set password, you will need this information to configure your FTP client.
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When working off-campus you will need to connect to VPN to use SFTP. ITS KnowledgeBase instructions on how to use VPN.
Additional resources
- Domain of One’s Own information in the ITS KnowledgeBase wiki.
- Instructions on how to use Domain of One's Own file manager, an alternative to using FTP.
- Introduction to FTP from LinkedIn Learning (login required.)
- FileZilla FTP client setup tutorial.
- Setting up Adobe Dreamweaver to connect to remote servers.
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