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Uploading Website Files Using File Manager

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To upload and manage files in cPanel using File Manager, follow these steps:

Step One: Access File Manager

  1. Start by logging into your cPanel account
  2. Navigate to the "Files" section and select "File Manager"

File Manager in Files section

Step Two: Select Target Folder

  1. Choose the folder where you want to upload files
  2. Usually the main folder is named "public_html" for public files

Selecting public_html folder

Step Three: Upload Files

  1. Select "Upload" from the top toolbar
  2. Click "Choose File" to select the files you want to upload
  3. Wait for the upload process to complete

File upload interface

Step Four: Verify Uploaded Files

  1. After upload completion, navigate to the target folder
  2. Verify the presence of uploaded files and check their names

Additional File Management

You can use File Manager to:

  • Edit Files: Modify code and text directly
  • Move Files: Organize folder structure
  • Delete Files: Remove unwanted files
  • Create Folders: Organize content
  • Compress Files: Create ZIP archives
Important Warning: Do not make any modifications or deletions outside the "public_html" folder unless you know what you're doing. This may cause the website to malfunction. Make sure to place website content only inside the "public_html" folder.
Tip: Create backups of important files before making any major modifications to them.
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