How to Set Up a Home FTP Server on Windows 11/10
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How to Set Up FTP Server on Windows 11/10
Looking for a simple way to share files between computers on your local network, without using cloud services? Or maybe you need an easy FTP setup to help departments exchange files internally?
In this video, I’ll guide you step-by-step to install and configure a basic FTP Server on Windows 10 or Windows 11, using the built-in IIS (Internet Information Services) – no third-party software required.
🎯 What you’ll learn in this video:
How to enable the FTP Server feature and IIS Manager in Windows
How to create a shared FTP folder
How to set up a local FTP user with specific access
How to configure access control (only authenticated users can upload/download)
How to create and configure a new FTP Site in IIS
How to assign a static IP address to the FTP Server
How to test FTP access via browser and File Explorer
👉 Who is this for?
This video is perfect for beginners and small business IT staff who need a quick and secure file-sharing setup inside a local network.
🧠 By the end of the video, you’ll understand how FTP works and be able to build your own simple and secure FTP system.
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