wowccw
August 14, 2025, 7:44pm
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Website URL
jcw1991.infinityfreeapp.com
Error Message
I can’t login to my CPanel using either Online File Manager (MonstaFTP) or File Zilla ftp. File Zilla is error is “421 Home directory not available - aborting”. MonstaFTP is returning error “ An unknown error occurred during authentication.” My password is correct and did not change since having this account from the start.
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wowccw
August 14, 2025, 7:45pm
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And also my website is currently unable to access which is why I am trying to check the FTP for any errors.
Admin
August 14, 2025, 8:06pm
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A “Home directory not available” error usually suggests that the storage for your website is unreachable.
But I checked your website, and it seems to be working now. So whatever the issue was, it’s temporary.
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wowccw
August 14, 2025, 8:11pm
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But I still cannot access my File Manager
Admin
August 14, 2025, 8:18pm
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I just checked it and it appears that there is currently an issue affecting FTP access for some accounts.
I just created an outage topic about it. Please keep an eye on that topic for updates regarding this issue.
[OUTAGE] FTP and file manager unable to access files for some accounts - 2025-08-14
IMPACT: Some accounts are currently unable to use FTP, showing errors like “421 Home directory not available - aborting”. Other functionality that relies on FTP access, such as the file manager, are also down. Websites appear to be working.
AFFECTED: Multiple hosting volumes appear to be affected, but not all.
STATUS: Investigating
NEXT UPDATE: I will try to contact iFastNet . However, given the time of day, i…
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