Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download Your WordPress Site via FTP

If you're looking to download a copy of your WordPress website, one option is to use File Transfer Protocol (FTP) to retrieve all the site files and folders. This can be useful for creating backups or migrating your site to a new hosting provider.

Here are the steps to download your WordPress site via FTP:

Step 1: Gather FTP Access Details

To use FTP, you need to know your FTP access details. This usually includes a hostname or server address, username, and password. You can get this information from your hosting provider.

Step 2: Install an FTP Client

Next, you need to install an FTP client. This is software that allows you to connect to your server and transfer files between your computer and the server. Some popular FTP clients include FileZilla, Cyberduck, and Transmit.

Step 3: Connect to Your Server

Launch your FTP client and connect to your server using the FTP access details you gathered in Step 1. Once you're connected, you should see a list of files and folders on your server.

Step 4: Locate Your WordPress Files

Your WordPress files are usually located in a directory called public_html or www. Navigate to this directory and look for a folder named after your WordPress site.

Step 5: Download Your WordPress Site

Select all the files and folders in your WordPress site directory, and drag them to a folder on your computer. This will download a copy of your entire WordPress site, including the WordPress core files, themes, plugins, and media.

Step 6: Verify Your Download

Once the download is complete, you should verify that all the files and folders are present and intact. You can do this by opening the downloaded folder and comparing it to a list of files and folders from your site's dashboard.

Congratulations! You've successfully downloaded your WordPress site via FTP. Remember to keep this copy up-to-date with regular backups to ensure your website data is always secure.