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How to Delete FTP Account in HestiaCP

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Jun 10, 2026

Prerequisites

Before deleting an FTP account, make sure you have:

  • Access to HestiaCP control panel
  • Admin or user ownership

Method 1: Delete via HestiaCP Web Interface

Step 1: Log in to HestiaCP

https://YOUR_SERVER_IP:8083

Step 2: Navigate to WEB Section

Click on WEB in the top menu bar.

Step 3: Select Domain

Click on the domain containing the FTP account.

Step 4: Go to FTP Accounts Tab

Click on the FTP Accounts tab.

Step 5: Click Delete Icon

Click the red Delete icon next to the FTP account.

Step 6: Confirm

Click Confirm when prompted.

Method 2: Delete via SSH

ssh hxroot@YOUR_SERVER_IP -p 22
/usr/local/hestia/bin/v-delete-ftp-user admin user@example.com

✅ FTP account has been deleted successfully.

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