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Using the File Manager

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Upload, edit, and organize website files directly in your browser with cPanel File Manager.

cPanel's File Manager lets you manage your website files through the browser without needing FTP software.

Open File Manager

Log in to cPanel and go to Files → File Manager.
Choose the directory to open — usually public_html for your main website.
Click Go.

Common tasks

Upload — click Upload, drag files, or use the upload button in the toolbar.
Edit — right-click a file and choose Edit or Code Edit for HTML, PHP, or text files.
Extract — upload a ZIP archive and use Extract to unpack it in place.
Permissions — right-click a file or folder and choose Change Permissions (typically 644 for files and 755 for directories).

Safety tips

Always back up files before editing live site code. Avoid deleting unfamiliar system files in your home directory. Use Trash settings carefully — deleted files may not be recoverable.