SFTP & WinSCP

Connect to your server files using SFTP and WinSCP

SFTP & WinSCP Guide

SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) allows you to manage your server files directly from your computer using a file transfer client. This is faster and easier than using the web-based File Manager for large transfers.

What is SFTP?

SFTP is a secure way to transfer files between your computer and your server. Benefits include:

• Faster transfers - Upload/download large files quickly
• Drag and drop - Familiar file manager interface
• Bulk operations - Move many files at once
• Resume transfers - Continue interrupted uploads
• Edit locally - Use your preferred text editor

Getting SFTP Credentials

Your SFTP connection details are in the Game Panel:

1. Open Game Panel

   Go to panel.vexiumhosting.com and select your server

2. Go to Settings

   Click on the Settings tab

3. Find SFTP Details

   Look for the SFTP connection information:

   • Server Address - The SFTP host and port
   • Username - Your SFTP username
4. Use Your Panel Password

   Your SFTP password is the same as your Game Panel password

The SFTP address typically looks like: sftp://panel.vexiumhosting.com:2022

Your username will look like: username.serverid

Setting Up WinSCP

WinSCP is a free, popular SFTP client for Windows.

Download and Install

1. Download WinSCP from winscp.net
2. Run the installer
3. Follow the installation wizard
4. Launch WinSCP

Connect to Your Server

1. Open WinSCP

   Launch WinSCP - the login window appears automatically

2. Enter Connection Details

   Fill in the fields:

   • File protocol: SFTP
   • Host name: panel.vexiumhosting.com (without sftp://)
   • Port number: 2022
   • User name: Your SFTP username from the panel
   • Password: Your Game Panel password
3. Save the Site (Optional)

   Click Save to save these settings for future use

4. Connect

   Click Login to connect

WinSCP Interface

Once connected, you’ll see:

• Left panel - Your local computer files
• Right panel - Your server files
• Toolbar - Common actions

Transferring Files

Upload files to server:

1. Navigate to the destination folder on the right (server)
2. Find files on the left (local)
3. Drag files from left to right, or select and press F5

Download files from server:

1. Navigate to the folder on the right (server)
2. Navigate to destination on the left (local)
3. Drag files from right to left, or select and press F5

Edit files directly:

1. Right-click a file on the server
2. Select Edit
3. Make changes in the editor
4. Save - WinSCP uploads automatically

Alternative SFTP Clients

FileZilla (Windows, Mac, Linux)

1. Download from filezilla-project.org
2. Open FileZilla
3. Go to File → Site Manager
4. Click New Site
5. Enter:
   • Protocol: SFTP
   • Host: panel.vexiumhosting.com
   • Port: 2022
   • User: Your SFTP username
   • Password: Your panel password
6. Click Connect

Cyberduck (Windows, Mac)

1. Download from cyberduck.io
2. Click Open Connection
3. Select SFTP from dropdown
4. Enter server details
5. Click Connect

Termius (Windows, Mac, Linux, Mobile)

1. Download from termius.com
2. Add new host with SFTP details
3. Connect

Common Tasks

Uploading Mods

1. Connect via SFTP
2. Navigate to the mods folder for your game
3. Drag mod files from your computer
4. Wait for upload to complete

Uploading World Saves

1. Connect via SFTP
2. Navigate to the saves/world folder
3. Upload your save files
4. Restart the server

Downloading Backups

1. Connect via SFTP
2. Navigate to your backups or saves folder
3. Select files to download
4. Drag to your local computer

Bulk File Editing

1. Download config files to your computer
2. Edit with your preferred text editor
3. Upload back to the server
4. Restart if needed

Troubleshooting

Connection Refused

• Verify the host and port are correct
• Check that you’re using SFTP (not FTP)
• Ensure port is 2022, not 22

Authentication Failed

• Double-check your username (includes server ID)
• Verify password matches your panel password
• Reset panel password if needed

Connection Timeout

• Check your internet connection
• Try a different network
• Contact support if issue persists

Permission Denied

• Some files may be protected
• Try stopping the server first
• Contact support for file permission issues

Slow Transfers

• Large files take time
• Check your internet upload speed
• Compress files before uploading if possible

Best Practices

File Management Tips:

• Always stop your server before editing critical files
• Keep backups of important files locally
• Use the sync feature to keep folders updated
• Compress large folders before downloading

Important Warnings:

• Don’t delete files you don’t recognize
• Don’t modify system files unless instructed
• Always backup before making major changes
• Your SFTP password is your panel password - keep it secure

Quick Reference

Setting	Value
Protocol	SFTP
Host	panel.vexiumhosting.com
Port	2022
Username	Found in Settings tab
Password	Your panel password

Need Help?

If you’re having trouble connecting:

• Discord Support
• Open a Support Ticket