Setting up an FTP Server on a CentOS 6 VPS

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is one of the most popular methods for transferring files between computers. Setting up an FTP server on your CentOS 6 VPS will allow you to easily transfer files to your server.

This article will guide you through setting up an FTP server on a CentOS 6 VPS step-by-step. Before you begin, ensure you have root access to your server.

Step 1: Installing the FTP Server

The first step is to install the FTP server on your VPS. Execute the following command:

yum install vsftpd

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After installing the FTP server, you need to ensure the service is running. Execute the following command:

service vsftpd start

Step 2: Configuring the FTP Server

Now you need to configure the FTP server’s configuration file. Open the /etc/vsftpd/vsftpd.conf file using a text editor and make the following changes:

  • Uncomment the line anonymous_enable=YES and set its value to NO to disable anonymous access.
  • Add the line local_enable=YES to allow access for users with system accounts.
  • Set write_enable=YES to allow file uploads to the server.

Save the changes and restart the FTP server service using the command:

service vsftpd restart

Step 3: Accessing the FTP Server

You now have an FTP server set up on your CentOS 6 VPS and can connect to it using an FTP client, using your server’s IP address, username, and password.

Congratulations! You now know how to set up an FTP server on a CentOS 6 VPS. If you have any questions or encounter any problems, feel free to contact our support team.