Overview
File Manager in cPanel lets you upload, edit, move, rename, and delete website files directly in your browser. It is useful for quick website updates when you do not want to use FTP.
What You Can Do with File Manager
- Upload website files
- Create folders and organize content
- Edit text based files like PHP, HTML, CSS, and configuration files
- Compress or extract archives
- Check file permissions
Where Your Main Website Files Usually Go
For most hosting accounts, the public website files belong in the main public web folder. Addon domains or subdomains may use different folders depending on how your account is configured.
Best Practices
- Keep a backup before editing important files
- Double check paths so you do not upload files to the wrong location
- Be careful with configuration files and permissions changes
If you are new to web hosting and want a broader overview, review our About page and our guides for more context.
