How to Use WinSCP for Uploading Files to Your Minecraft Server
One of the best tools for this task is ''WinSCP", a free and powerful file transfer client that supports "SFTP, FTP, and SCP". This guide will walk you through the process of using *"WinSCP" to upload files to your Minecraft server.
Step 1: Download and Install WinSCP
- Visit the official WinSCP website: https://winscp.net.
- Download the latest version of WinSCP.
- Install it by following the setup wizard’s instructions.
Step 2: Gather Your Server Credentials
Before connecting, you’ll need the following details from your Minecraft hosting provider:
- Host Name (or Server Address)
- Username
- Password (your password which you used while registering)
You can typically find these details in your hosting provider’s control panel. on Setting tab
Step 3: Connecting to Your Minecraft Server
- Open "WinSCP*".
- Select "SFTP" as the file transfer protocol (unless your host specifies otherwise).
- Enter the "Host Name" (or IP address) in the “Host” field.
- Input your Username and Password.
- Click Save (optional) to store credentials for future logins.
- Press Login to connect.
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Step 4: Navigating Server Files
After connecting, WinSCP will show a dual-pane interface:
- Left Panel → Your local computer files.
- Right Panel → Remote server files.
Look for your "Minecraft server directory", which might be named something like /home/container . This is where your world, plugins, and configuration files are stored.
Step 5: Uploading Files to Your Minecraft Server
- On the "left panel", navigate to the file(s) you want to upload.
- Drag and drop the file(s) to the "right panel" (server directory).
- Wait for the transfer to complete.
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Step 6: Restart Your Minecraft Server
After uploading new files, you may need to restart your server for the changes to take effect. You can do this via your hosting control panel or by running the command:
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