How to change the password of the FTP account in cPanel?

If you want to change the main root FTP account, you need to change the password of your cPanel account. However, if you want to change the password of a specific FTP account, you should follow this instruction. 

1. Log into your cPanel account.
2. In the "Files" section, click on the "FTP Accounts" icon.


3. Under the "FTP Accounts" list, click on "Change Password" or use "Password Generator".


4. Click on the "Change Password" button.

Now you can access your FTP user account with your new password.


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