To make an FTP connection you can use a standard Web browser (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, etc.) or an FTP Client. For example, FTP://172.217.3.14.To transfer files via File Transfer Protocol (FTP), you need to establish an FTP connection.
On the address bar type your public IP address on an FTP format. Use the Windows key + E keyboard shortcut to open File Explorer. You have to use the following instructions to be able to browse, download and upload files. Keep in mind that the method shown above is only useful to test, browse, and download files from an FTP site. How to upload files to an FTP server on Windows 10 Simply enter your account credentials and you're should be able to sign-in. If you get a login prompt, then everything is working as expected. Note your public IP address from the results and type it into the address bar using the FTP link format and press Enter. To test if your FTP server is reachable from the internet, visit Google or Bing, do a search for "What's my IP?". You can also opt to use Chrome, Firefox, or another modern web browser. Note: I'm using Internet Explorer, because Microsoft Edge seems not to include the functionality to browse FTP sites. Typically, it's private address in the .x range. Make note of the Default Gateway IP address, which is the IP address of your router. Type the following command: ipconfig and press Enter. Use the Windows key + X keyboard shortcut to open the Power User menu and select Command Prompt. 
(For more specific instructions to forward TCP/IP ports, you should check your router's manufacturer support website.)
The instructions to forward a port will vary from router-to-router, but below you'll find the steps to configure most routers. How to configure a router to allow external connectionsįor your FTP server to be reachable from the internet, you need to configure your router to open TCP/IP port number 21 to allow connections to your PC.
Note: Make sure to check your software vendor support website for specific instructions to allow an FTP server, if you're using another security software other than the Windows Firewall. At this point, you should be able to use your favorite FTP client to connect your newly created FTP server from your local network.
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