How to Configure an FTP Backup in Plesk
1. Log in to your Plesk account.
2. Go to Websites & Domains > Click on the Pull icon >> Choose Backup & Restore.
3. Click on Remote Storage Settings.
4. Click on FTP(S).
5. Fill in the following details:
– Make sure that Use FTP(S) storage is marked as enabled.
– FTP server hostname or IP: Enter your FTP domain name or IP address.
– Directory for backup files storage: Enter the path where your backup file will be stored, such as /backup.
– FTP Username: Enter your FTP username.
– FTP Password: Enter your FTP Password.
– Use passive mode: We recommend that you either enable it or leave it as it is.
– Use FTPS: You can checkmark it if your FTP server supports a TLS/Encryption.
6. Click Apply.
If it displays a success message, it means you have successfully configured an FTP(S) backup in your Plesk. You can now take a backup to the remote backup server.
2. Go to Websites & Domains > Click on the Pull icon >> Choose Backup & Restore.
3. Click on Remote Storage Settings.
4. Click on FTP(S).
5. Fill in the following details:
– Make sure that Use FTP(S) storage is marked as enabled.
– FTP server hostname or IP: Enter your FTP domain name or IP address.
– Directory for backup files storage: Enter the path where your backup file will be stored, such as /backup.
– FTP Username: Enter your FTP username.
– FTP Password: Enter your FTP Password.
– Use passive mode: We recommend that you either enable it or leave it as it is.
– Use FTPS: You can checkmark it if your FTP server supports a TLS/Encryption.
6. Click Apply.
If it displays a success message, it means you have successfully configured an FTP(S) backup in your Plesk. You can now take a backup to the remote backup server.
Updated on: 07/02/2025
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