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How to Upload Folders and Files Using the File Manager in cPanel

Uploading folders and files using the File Manager in cPanel is a straightforward process. This guide walks you through each step to upload your data quickly and efficiently.

Step 1: Log in to cPanel

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  • Open your web browser and go to your cPanel login page.
  • Enter your username and password to log in.

Step 2: Open File Manager

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  • In the cPanel dashboard, locate the Files section.
  • Click on the File Manager icon to open it.

Step 3: Navigate to the Destination Folder

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  • Use the left-hand directory tree or folder view to go to the folder where you want to upload files.
  • For example, click on public_html if you want to upload website files.

Step 4: Upload Files or Folders

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Upload a Single File

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  1. Click the Upload button in the top toolbar.
  2. A new tab or window will open.
  3. Click Select File and browse for the file on your computer.
  4. The upload will start automatically.
  5. Wait for the green progress bar to confirm completion.

Upload Multiple Files or a Folder

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  1. On your computer, compress multiple files or an entire folder into a .zip file.
  2. Upload the ZIP file using the same steps above.
  3. Return to the File Manager tab.
  4. Select the uploaded .zip file and click Extract in the top toolbar.
  5. Choose the destination path and click Extract Files.

Step 5: Verify the Upload

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  • Open the directory where you uploaded or extracted files.
  • Confirm that all files and folders appear correctly.

Additional Tips

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File Permissions

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  • After uploading, you may need to adjust file or folder permissions.
  • Right-click the file/folder, choose Change Permissions, and set appropriate values.

Uploading Large Files

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  • For large files (e.g., over 100MB), using FTP is recommended for better reliability and speed.

Check Disk Space

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  • Ensure your hosting plan has enough available storage to accommodate the files you’re uploading.

By following these steps, you can efficiently upload single or multiple files using cPanel’s File Manager. For bulk uploads, ZIP compression and extraction offer a quick solution.