How to Upload Files to WordPress With an FTP

1. Download and install a free FTP client if you don't already have one. These small programs connect to your Web host and allow you to transfer files back and forth from your computer. Check out FileZilla, Cyberduck, WinSCP or gFTP, for just a few free examples.
2. Launch the client and start a new connection. Look for a 'New Connection...' option in the File menu. Many clients have a connection window that automatically pops up when you open the program. The window has blank boxes in which you enter login information.

3. Enter the username and password you set up with your Web hosting provider. You'll also enter 'Host Name,' which is usually your domain name, but some Web hosts may use a different FTP address. Check with your hosting company if you're not sure. Click 'Enter,' 'Connect' or similarly named button to log in; whichever the FTP client requests.
4. Wait until you see files in the window; this means you've successfully logged in. If you don't see your WordPress folders, double-click the 'Public' folder to see all your public files. When you set up your website, you may have put your WordPress files in a folder called 'blog' or something similar. If so, double-click to open that file.
5. Open the WordPress folder you want to upload to. In most cases, you'll be uploading to the 'wp-content' folder. Your plugins, themes and uploads are housed in separate folders there. Put your files in the right folders or you won't see them when you get back to your WordPress Dashboard.
6. Upload the files using the 'Put' button or drag and drop files from your computer to the server if your client supports that feature. When all your files are uploaded, click the disconnect icon or close the FTP program to end the session.