Quick Summary: Need to make a quick code fix or upload an asset to your hosting server but don't have your computer nearby? Learn how to securely connect to your Rebel.com server via FTP directly from your iOS or Android mobile device.

The Mobile FTP Revolution

Managing your website's backend storage no longer confines you to a desktop computer running WinSCP or FileZilla. Modern cell phones have robust mobile file managers and dedicated FTP client apps that allow you to establish a direct, real-time connection to your Rebel hosting container over cellular data or Wi-Fi.

Step 1: Gather Your Rebel.com/.ca Credentials

Before configuring your mobile device, you must have your exact hosting access parameters ready. The mobile app will ask for the exact same parameters as your computer:

• Host / Server Name: ftp.yourdomain.TLD (e.g., ftp.rebel.com) or your alternative server hostname provided in your welcome email (e.g., canada22.rebel.com).

• FTP Username: Your primary hosting subscription username or custom FTP account user string.

• FTP Password: Your secure FTP password.

• Standard Port: 21 (for standard FTP connections).

Note: If you are unsure of your active password or need to generate a dedicated mobile FTP user account, you can quickly configure this by logging into your Rebel Plesk Hosting Dashboard and navigating to the FTP Access panel.

Step 2: Configure Your Phone (Visual Walkthrough Guides)

Because mobile interfaces vary heavily based on your device, we recommend following these highly detailed, step-by-step screenshot walkthroughs to map your credentials into your phone's interface:

For Apple iOS (iPhone & iPad)

Apple's native Files app features built-in server mapping capabilities, or you can utilize highly rated third-party utility apps like FTPManager to navigate your directories.

For a complete, step-by-step visual guide on exactly where to tap and how to configure your inputs on iOS, please reference this guide:
 

GeekInstructor: How to Connect to an FTP Server on iPhone

For Android Devices

Android devices feature incredible file control. By utilizing native connections or popular mobile file utilities like ES File Explorer, Solid Explorer, or CX File Explorer, you can bookmark your server directly alongside your phone's local storage.
 

For a complete, step-by-step visual guide using Android's premier file transfer tools, follow this detailed walkthrough:

GuidingTech: How to Use FTP Server for File Transfer on Android
 

Need a Credentials Verification? We've Got You!

Because mobile keyboards can easily lead to accidental typos, connection issues on phones are almost always caused by an incorrect password or host string.

If you are following the guides above and your phone keeps throwing an authentication error, please reach out to our Rebel support team. We will gladly run an operational check on our backend to verify your FTP user account status and ensure your server IP bindings are completely clear!