How to Access WordPress Website Files via SFTP

Author:Mikkel Haldorsen
Updated:Apr 29, 2025

To create a new directory in the WordPress File Manager:

  1. Right-Click on an Existing Folder: Click on an existing folder with your right mouse button to bring up the context menu.

  2. Select "Create Directory": From the context menu, choose "Create directory."

  3. Enter the Directory Name: A dialog will appear where you can enter the name of your new directory. Click "OK" to create it.