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How do I change file/folder permissions with a FTP client?

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The process for changing file/folder permissions is quite easy and relatively straightforward. All popular FTP clients generally have a feature that allows the user to modify the "CHMOD" permissions as and when needed directly from the FTP client. To do this, please follow the below-mentioned instructions:

  • Login to your web hosting account via FTP
  • Once logged in, navigate to the /public_html/ directory
  • From there, locate the file you wish to modify and right click on it
  • Locate an option named such as "CHMOD" or "File Permissions"
  • Make the necessary adjustments within and click "Apply" or "OK"

The above-mentioned process has just enabled you to have the ability to modify file permissions of files/folders within your web hosting account.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to get in contact with our cPanel web hosting support team and we’ll be glad to assist you with any questions you may have.