Upload or update a website file

File Manager lets you upload, browse, edit and organize hosting files. Changes to public website files may become visible immediately.

1. 1. Open the intended document root

   In cPanel, open File Manager and confirm the folder used by the correct domain. Do not assume every website uses the same public_html directory.

2. 2. Back up the original

   Download the file or create a tested backup before replacing, renaming or deleting live content.

3. 3. Upload a file

   Use Upload to choose the file, then return to the intended directory. Confirm the filename and file type before overwriting an existing file.

4. 4. Edit a text file

   Select a suitable HTML, CSS or text file and choose Edit. Save, reload the website and check desktop and mobile presentation; use source control where available.

5. 5. Check permissions and restore

   Permissions govern file accessibility. Do not set public write permissions simply to fix an error. If something breaks, restore the known-good version and check logs.

Reference: official cPanel documentation (third-party product, linked for attribution). Source reference ↗