Working with File Manager (DirectAdmin)

The File Manager is a web-based tool built into the DirectAdmin control panel that allows you to manage your website's files and folders directly through your browser, without needing a separate FTP program or SSH connection.|

1. Log into DirectAdmin Dashboard via this link http://yourdomain.com:2222

2. Search for File Manager

• You can find the File Manager under "System Info & Files"

3. Right Click on the File Manager .

4. By default, your root domain's directory should be uploaded into this path

domains >> yourdomain.com >> public_html 

5. The working directory and task menu can be found on the most-top of the screen:

• 📂 Navigate through directories and view files.
• ⬆️ Upload files or folders from your local computer.
• ➕ Create new files or directories.
• ✏️ Edit text-based files (e.g., .html, .php, .txt) inline.
• 🗑️ Delete files or directories (permanently).
• 📝 Rename files or folders.
• 📋 Copy/Move files between directories using a clipboard system 36.

🔒 Permissions & Security

• 🔐 Change permissions (e.g., 755 for scripts, 644 for files) via numeric values or checkboxes.
• 🛡️ Password-protect directories (e.g., for private content) 3.

📦 Advanced Operations

• 🗜️ Compress files/folders into ZIP/TAR archives.
• 📥 Extract archived files (e.g., .zip, .tar).
• ⬇️ Download files directly to your local machine.
• 🔍 Search for files/folders within the current directory.

🌐 Domain-Specific Management

• 🖥️ Access domain-specific files by navigating to /domains/<domain>/public_html/.
• 📊 Check file/directory sizes to monitor disk usage 3.

⚠️ Notes

• ⚠️ Deletions are permanent—no recycle bin exists.
• 🔧 Permissions matter: Incorrect settings can break website functionality.
• 📖 Use the built-in editor for quick code changes (supports syntax highlighting for common file types).

Updated on: 28/08/2025