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How to Transfer Files to Your Website Using cPanel File Manager ?

Uploading your website files to the server is essential to get your site live. cPanel provides a user-friendly File Manager tool to help you easily upload, organize, and manage your website files directly from your browser—no extra software needed!

Step 1: Log In to Your cPanel Account

  • Open your web browser.
  • Go to your hosting provider’s cPanel login URL (usually something like https://yourdomain.com:2083 or via your hosting dashboard).
  • Enter your username and password, then click Log In.

Image idea: Screenshot of cPanel login screen.

Step 2: Open File Manager

  • After logging in, locate the File Manager icon under the Files section on the cPanel home screen.
  • Click File Manager.

Step 3: Navigate to the Website Root Directory

  • In File Manager, look for the public_html folder on the left sidebar or main panel—this is the root directory where your website files should go.
  • Click on public_html to open it.

Step 4: Upload Your Files

  • Inside the public_html folder, click the Upload button usually found on the top menu.
  • A new tab/window will open with a file upload interface.
  • Click Select File and browse your computer to choose the files you want to upload (e.g., HTML, CSS, images, PHP files).
  • Wait for the upload to complete. You can upload multiple files one by one or use zipped files and extract them later.

Step 5: Manage Your Files (Optional)

  • Once uploaded, go back to the File Manager tab.
  • Refresh if needed, and you will see the uploaded files in the public_html directory.
  • You can rename, move, or delete files by right-clicking the file and selecting the desired option.
  • If you uploaded a .zip file, you can extract it by right-clicking the file and choosing Extract.
  • Image idea: Right-click menu showing file options like Rename, Move, Delete, Extract.

Step 6: Check Your Website

  • Open your browser and visit your domain name (e.g., http://yourdomain.com) to see your website live with the uploaded files.

Alternative: Using FTP Programs

  • If you prefer FTP clients (like FileZilla or WinSCP), you can upload files by connecting with FTP credentials provided by your host.
  • FTP is helpful for bulk uploads and managing large websites efficiently.

Need Help?

If you face any issues or want assistance with transferring files, contact our support team anytime — we’re here to help!