This article will show you how to use cPanel’s File Manager.
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Log in to cPanel:
Use your user details to log in to the cPanel control panel.

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Navigate to the Files Section:
Scroll down and find the Files section in cPanel.

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Access File Manager:
Click on the File Manager option under the Files section.

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Choose the Directory to Open:
Select the directory you want to manage. The default directory is usually public_html, which holds your website files. -
Upload Files:
To upload files, click the Upload button in the top menu, choose the files from your local device, and upload them to the selected directory.

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Manage Files and Folders:
- Create Folders: Click the + Folder button to create a new folder.
- Rename Files/Folders: Right-click on a file or folder and select Rename.
- Delete Files/Folders: Right-click and select Delete to remove files or folders.
- Move Files/Folders: Right-click and select Move, then specify the destination path.
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Edit Files:
Right-click on a file and choose Edit to open it in the built-in editor. Make changes and save them.

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Set File Permissions:
Right-click on a file or folder, select Change Permissions, and adjust the file permissions as needed.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully learned how to use cPanel’s File Manager to manage your website’s files and folders.