# Create directory on the FTP Server

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/file-activities/create-ftp-directory/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/file-activities/create-ftp-directory/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation
Updated: 2026-11-12


This activity creates a directory on an FTP server.

In SharePoint Designer, this action is in the **Virto Actions** category.

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Create **this directory** directory on the FTP Server **this host** port **this port**, path **this path**, enable SSL: **No**, login **this user** and password **this password**.

## **Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this directory | Name of the directory to create. |
| this host | FTP server host name or IP address. |
| this port | **Optional**. FTP server port. Default is 21. |
| this path | **Optional**. Path on the FTP server. |
| No | **Optional**. Enable SSL: **Yes** connects to the FTP server over SSL. Default is **No**. |
| this user | **Optional**. Login of the FTP account. |
| this password | **Optional**. Password of the FTP account. |