FTP access
CastAwayZA VPS · encrypted FTP (FTPS, explicit TLS) and SFTP
| Host | ftp.castawayza.co.za |
|---|---|
| Port | 21 (explicit FTPS — the client must start TLS) |
| Mode | Passive, ports 40000–40100 |
| Username | The FTP account issued to you |
| Start folder | / = the web root; one folder per site, e.g. maps/public_html |
| SFTP alternative | sftp on port 22 with your SSH key — preferred for large or scripted uploads |
Plain, unencrypted FTP is refused by design: passwords never cross the wire in the clear.
In FileZilla use Require explicit FTP over TLS; in WinSCP choose FTP with TLS/SSL (explicit).