How To Use Onedrive As Ftp Server

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OneDrive is a cloud-based storage service provided by Microsoft. It allows users to store and share files online. However, did you know that you can also use OneDrive as an FTP server? In this article, we will show you how to set up OneDrive as an FTP server and how to access it from your computer or device.

Setting Up OneDrive as FTP Server

To use OneDrive as an FTP server, you need to have a Microsoft account. If you don’t have one yet, you can create one for free at signup.live.com. Once you have your account, follow these steps:

  1. Open OneDrive in your web browser and log in to your account.
  2. Click on the “Files” tab at the top of the page.
  3. Right-click on the folder you want to share as an FTP server and select “Share.”
  4. In the “Share” dialog box, click on the “Get a link” button and select “Anyone with the link can view.”
  5. Copy the link that appears in the box below.
  6. Open your FTP client software and enter the following information:
  • Host: ftp.onedrive.com
  • Port: 443 (for SSL) or 21 (for non-SSL)
  • User name: your OneDrive email address
  • Password: your OneDrive password
  • Enter the link you copied in step 5 as the “Initial directory” or “Remote path.”
  • Click on the “Connect” button to establish a connection to your OneDrive FTP server.

    • Accessing Your OneDrive FTP Server

    Once you have set up your OneDrive as an FTP server, you can access it from any computer or device that has an FTP client software installed. Here are the steps to access your OneDrive FTP server:

    1. Open your FTP client software and enter the following information:
    • Host: ftp.onedrive.com
    • Port: 443 (for SSL) or 21 (for non-SSL)
    • User name: your OneDrive email address
    • Password: your OneDrive password
  • Enter the link you copied in step 5 as the “Initial directory” or “Remote path.”
  • Click on the “Connect” button to establish a connection to your OneDrive FTP server.
  • Once connected, you can browse and download files from your OneDrive FTP server just like any other FTP server.

    • Conclusion

    Using OneDrive as an FTP server is a great way to share files with others without having to worry about file size limits or compatibility issues. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily set up and access your OneDrive FTP server from any computer or device.