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title: "How to upload large files via SFTP on Android"
icon: lucide/smartphone
description: "How to upload large files from Android to the server using SFTP with Solid Explorer, AndFTP, or Termux."
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# How to upload large files via SFTP on Android

## Prepare the SFTP details

1. Open `https://panel.nexuscloud.id/`.
2. Log in and select your server.
3. Go to **Settings**.
4. Look at **SFTP Details**.
5. Note down:
   - **Server Address**
   - **Username**
   - **SFTP port**
   - **Panel/SFTP password**

!!! warning "Use the port from the panel"
    Don't assume the SFTP port is always `22`. Follow the port number shown on your server panel.

## Apps you can use

- **Solid Explorer**
- **AndFTP**
- **Termux** for users comfortable with the command line

## Solid Explorer

1. Open **Solid Explorer**.
2. Add a new storage.
3. Choose **SFTP**.
4. Fill in the host, port, username, and password from the panel.
5. Connect to the server.
6. Copy or move the file to the target folder.

## AndFTP

1. Open **AndFTP**.
2. Add a new connection.
3. Choose the **SFTP** type.
4. Fill in the connection details from the panel.
5. Save, then connect.
6. Upload the file to the folder you need.

## Termux

Install OpenSSH, then connect with the following format:

```bash
sftp -P PORT username@host
```

Example upload:

```bash
put /sdcard/Download/file.zip /
```

## Tips

- Upload large files when the battery is full or while charging.
- Use a stable Wi-Fi connection.
- Don't lock the app too aggressively during the transfer.
- Make sure the server has enough storage free.

## Troubleshooting

### Connection refused

- Check the host, username, password, and port.
- Make sure the app is using **SFTP**.

### Transfer interrupted

- Try again on a more stable network.
- Disable battery optimization for the SFTP app if needed.

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