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How to Change an FTP Account Password in cPanel?

An FTP password is changed from the same menu where the FTP account is created (cPanel -> FTP Accounts).

Under the FTP Accounts section at the bottom of the page you can view a list of all existing FTP accounts.

Changing the password for FTP user in cPanel

To change an FTP account password, click on “Change Password” (1) in the action menu on the right.

You do not need to enter the old password. Type in your new password and then click on the “Change Password” (2) button.

info-icon Important: Create a strong password that includes a combination of small and capital letters and numbers.
Updated on 18.03.2022

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