Here you will learn how to use cPanel File Manager in cPanel from the dashboard available to users on one of Hosted.com’s cPanel Web Hosting plans.
It is important to know how to use and navigate your way through the File Manager option in cPanel. In this tutorial we cover the fundamentals of cPanel File Manager, as well as its features and functionalities, to enable you to easily upload, modify, organize, and maintain the files on your website.
This tutorial assumes you have cPanel and are logged in.
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How To Use cPanel File Manager
1. Click “File Manager” under the Files section.

3. This is the File Manager interface, where you can upload files to your account, delete files, change file permissions, and use a host of other functions.

On the left is a collapsible list of folders in your account, and on the righthand side you will find a list of all files and folders within the selected folder.
4. Your website files (html pages, gif images, etc.) should go in the public_html folder.

5. Click on the folder you wish your files to be stored in, then click “Upload” to redirect to the Upload page, which will resemble the image below.

Creating a new folder is also a simple task. Click “Folder” to start.

Creating a new file is just as easy: Click “File” at the top of the screen.

You can also use File Manager to change file or folder permissions. To do this, click on your File or Folder among the directories and click “Permissions” at the top of the screen.

cPanel’s File Manager makes it easy to manage the files and folders in your account when you don’t have access to an FTP application.
You’ve reached the end of the tutorial. Now you know how to use File Manager in cPanel.
Additional Information:
Benefits of cPanel’s File Manager Feature
Using File Manager in cPanel is essential for managing your website’s files and directories directly from your hosting control panel. Here are some of the reasons you may need to use it:
Upload & Manage Website Files
Using File Manager to upload files from your computer to your web server simplifies the process. This is helpful when updating your website with fresh information, including pictures, documents, or web pages.
Edit Website Files
To change your website’s code or content you can edit files directly on the server with File Manager. This simplifies downloading files, altering them locally, and then re-uploading them.
Create or Delete Files & Directories
You can add new files and directories and remove old ones using File Manager. This is useful for maintaining your website’s structure and file organization.
Set File Permissions
Using the Permissions feature in File Manager, you can adjust file permissions to control who can access, modify, or execute specific files on your server. Properly configuring file permissions is important for your website’s security and functionality.
Troubleshoot Website Issues
You can use File Manager to investigate and fix any website problems, such as broken links or missing files, on the server.
Backup & Restore Files
If necessary, restore earlier versions of your website’s files using File Manager. To keep the information and material on your website safe, ensure you regularly backup your data.