Plesk File Manager allows you to upload, edit, extract, and manage website files directly from your browser—no extra software required.

This guide explains everything you need to know, even if you’re a beginner.

🔐 How to Access Plesk File Manager

1. Log in to ecHOST Client Area

2. Click Login to Plesk

3. Go to Websites & Domains

4. Click File Manager

📌 Your website files are usually located inside the httpdocs folder.

📤 Uploading Files in Plesk

You can upload website files, images, themes, or plugins easily.

🔹 Steps to Upload Files

1. Open File Manager

2. Navigate to httpdocs

3. Click Upload

4. Select files from your computer

5. Wait for the upload to complete

✔ Supports HTML, PHP, images, ZIP files, and more.

✏️ Editing Files Online

You can edit files directly in Plesk without downloading them.

🔹 Steps to Edit Files

1. Right-click on the file (example: index.php)

2. Click Edit

3. Make required changes

4. Click Save

📌 Best for:

• Small code edits

• Fixing errors

• Updating text or links

⚠️ Always take a backup before editing important files.

📦 Extracting ZIP Files

ZIP extraction is useful when uploading:

• WordPress files

• Website templates

• Plugin or theme packages

🔹 Steps to Extract ZIP Files

1. Upload the ZIP file to httpdocs

2. Right-click on the ZIP file

3. Click Extract

4. Choose extraction location

5. Click OK

✔ Files will be extracted instantly.

🔐 Managing File & Folder Permissions

Permissions control who can read, write, or execute files.

🔹 Common Permission Values

• 755 – Recommended for folders

• 644 – Recommended for files

• 777 – Not recommended (security risk)

🔹 How to Change Permissions

1. Right-click the file or folder

2. Click Change Permissions

3. Set the appropriate permission value

4. Save changes

📌 Incorrect permissions may cause:

• 403 Forbidden errors

• Website not loading properly

❗ Important Tips for Safe File Management

✔ Always edit files carefully
✔ Do not delete system files
✔ Keep file permissions secure
✔ Use backups before major changes

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where should I upload website files?
Upload them inside the httpdocs folder.

Q: Can I manage WordPress files using File Manager?
Yes, all WordPress files are accessible here.

Q: What if I accidentally delete a file?
You can restore it using backups (JetBackup).