How to Access Nextcloud Files with FileZilla Pro

Nextcloud Files is a cloud storage solution that forms part of the Nextcloud ecosystem. To learn more about it, visit Nextcloud Files.

Before connecting, ensure you have the following:

• Nextcloud account details: username and password
• Connection information:
• host address
• port (optional)

To configure FileZilla Pro to connect to Nextcloud Files, follow these steps:

1. In the menu bar, click on File > Site Manager…
   Note: For more details on creating and managing sites, see Using the Site Manager.
2. Click on New Site.
3. Select WebDAV from the Protocol drop down list.
4. Enter the host name in the Host field.
5. If available, enter the port in the Port field. If left blank, FileZilla Pro will use the default port (443 for HTTPS or 80 for HTTP).
6. Select the encryption mode:
• Use secure HTTPS if the provider supports encrypted connections.
• Use insecure HTTP only if HTTPS is unavailable.

Note: Transmitting credentials in clear-text over the network is not recommended.

7. Enter the username in the User field.
8. Enter the password in the Password field.
9. Go to the Advanced Tab, in the Default Remote Directory field enter the following:
   /remote.php/dav/files/USERNAME/
10. Replace USERNAME with your Nextcloud username.

Related Topic:

• How to Set Up WebDAV Connections