Using cPanel File Manager

Managing Files with cPanel File Manager

File Manager lets you upload, edit, move, delete, and manage your website files directly from your browser — no FTP client required.

Opening File Manager

1. Log in to cPanel.
2. Under Files, click File Manager.
3. You will see your hosting directory tree on the left and file contents on the right.

Your Website Root

All public website files must be placed inside the public_html folder. This is the document root — files here are accessible via your domain name.

Common Tasks

Uploading Files

1. Navigate to public_html in File Manager.
2. Click Upload in the top toolbar.
3. Drag and drop your files or click Select File.

Editing a File

1. Right-click the file and select Edit or Code Edit.
2. Make your changes in the editor.
3. Click Save Changes.

Extracting a ZIP File

1. Upload your ZIP file to public_html.
2. Right-click the ZIP file and click Extract.
3. Confirm the destination and click Extract Files.