Connect Azure Website Using FTP – FAQ’s

What is FTP and why would I use it with Azure websites?

A. FTP is a File Transfer Protocol. It is used to transfer the file from client to server on a TCP based network. We can use FTP with Azure websites to upload files, deploy your website, or perform maintenance tasks.

How do I find my FTP credentials for an Azure website?

A. To find your FTP or FTPS credentials, Navigate to your App service in the Azure portal and under the Deployment center, You can find the FTP hostname, FTP username and password.

What FTP client should I use to connect to my Azure website?

A. There are many FTP clients available on the internet including FileZilla, WinSCP, CyberDuck. You may choose one according to your requirement.

What precautions should I take when using FTP with Azure websites?

A. It is essential to use FTPS over FTP while transferring your files over internet or TCP based network. Additionally, regularly update your FTP client and avoid storing sensitive information, such as passwords, in plaintext files.

FTP or File Transfer Protocol is a set of rules and conventions that governs how files are transferred between a client and server on the internet. It operates on the seventh layer i.e. Application layer of the OSI model. FTP uses a clien-server model where the server acts as a repository for files and the client can establish a connection to perform various operations such as uploading, downloading, deleting, and listing directories.

To learn more about FTP theoretically, visit this article: FTP

In this article, let us look at how we can connect Azure websites using FTP over the internet.