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For uploading large directories or thousands of files, we recommend using an SFTP client such as FileZilla, WinSCP, or Cyberduck.

Prerequisites

  • Active Pterodactyl server
  • SFTP client installed on your computer (FileZilla recommended)

Connecting via SFTP

1

Retrieve SFTP Credentials

In your server dashboard, find your connection details under Settings -> SFTP Details:
  • Host / IP: Server node IP or hostname
  • Port: Typically 2022
  • Username: Container username (e.g. container123)
  • Password: Your Pterodactyl panel account password
2

Connect via FileZilla

Open FileZilla, enter the Host, Username, Password, and Port (2022), then click Quickconnect.
3

Navigate to Container Directory

Navigate to the root working directory: /home/container.
4

Upload Files

Drag and drop files from your local computer into the remote container window.
5

Restart Server

Once upload completes, return to the panel and click Restart on the Console page.
Last modified on August 30, 2026