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Control directory listing behavior and default index pages in cPanel.

The Indexes tool controls whether visitors see a file listing when a directory has no index page — important for security and presentation.

Configure directory indexing

  1. Go to Advanced → Indexes.
  2. Navigate to the directory you want to configure.
  3. Choose one of the options:
    • Default System Setting — use server defaults.
    • Fancy Indexing — styled directory listing.
    • No Indexing — show a 403 forbidden page instead of a file list.
  4. Save your selection.

Security recommendation

Disable directory indexing for public_html and upload folders unless you intentionally want files browsable. Exposed listings can reveal backup files, configuration copies, or private media.

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