How to change file permissions via FTP

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How to change file permissions via FTP

Applies to: Starter Hosting, Dynamic Hosting, Premium Hosting, Unlimited Hosting

There are certain files that you upload to your web hosting space that you need to control the permissions of. For example, cgi scripts need to have the execute bit set so that they can be run. In Filezilla, a popular FTP program which you can download for free, you change the file permissions by following the steps below.

Open the Filezilla FTP program and connect to your web hosting
In the Remote Site right hand panel, right click on the file and select File permissions
In the pop up window you can tick the individual file attributes or enter a numeric value e.g. 755, click OK

Note

Selecting the wrong file permissions can stop files from being accessible over the Internet.

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