How to upload files in cPanel?
Introduction
cPanel provides multiple methods for uploading website files to your hosting account. You can use the built-in File Manager for quick uploads through your web browser or an FTP client for transferring larger files or managing multiple files efficiently. This guide explains both methods.
Prerequisites
- Access to your cPanel account
- Website files ready for upload
- FTP client installed (if using the FTP method)
- cPanel or FTP login credentials
Implementation
Method 1: Upload Files Using File Manager
Step 1
Log in to your cPanel account.
Step 2
Click File Manager.
Step 3
Navigate to the desired directory or create a new folder where you want to upload the files.
Step 4
Open the selected folder.
Step 5
Click the Upload option from the top menu.
Step 6
Click Browse, select the files from your local computer, and upload them.
Note:
By default:
- File permission should be 644
- Directory permission should be 755
Method 2: Upload Files Using FTP
Step 1
Download and install an FTP client on your local computer.
Example:
FileZilla
Step 2
Open the FTP client.
Step 3
Enter the following FTP credentials:
- Host: Your domain name or server hostname
- Username: cPanel username
- Password: cPanel password
- Port: 21
Step 4
Connect to the server.
Step 5
Navigate to the destination directory (such as public_html) and upload your website files.
Conclusion
You can upload files to your hosting account using either the cPanel File Manager or an FTP client. The File Manager is suitable for quick uploads through the browser, while FTP is recommended for transferring large files or multiple files efficiently. Ensure that uploaded files and directories have the appropriate permissions for proper website functionality.
