> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.digitalfyre.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# File Manager

The File Manager in PanelAlpha provides browser-based access to a limited portion of your WordPress site's file system. It is accessible from **My Hosting → File Manager**.

## Accessing the File Manager

Click **My Hosting** in the top navigation, then select **File Manager** from the left sidebar.

## Access Limitations

<Warning>
  Due to server restrictions, the File Manager does not show all files on your hosting account. Access is limited to:

  * `/wp-content/` — themes, plugins, uploads, and custom files
  * `wp-config.php` — WordPress configuration file
</Warning>

Other WordPress core files are not accessible through the File Manager. For broader file access, use [SSH or SFTP](/wordpress-hosting/hosting/ssh-sftp).

## Common Tasks

**Uploading files** — Use the upload button in the toolbar to upload files directly to `/wp-content/` or any subfolder within it.

**Editing files** — Click any file to open it in the built-in editor. This is useful for quick edits to theme files or `wp-config.php`.

**Creating folders** — Use the new directory button to create subfolders within the accessible directories.

**Downloading files** — Select a file and use the download option to save a local copy.

## When to Use SSH/SFTP Instead

The File Manager is suitable for quick edits and small uploads. For bulk file transfers, uploading large archives, or accessing files outside `/wp-content/`, use [SSH or SFTP](/wordpress-hosting/hosting/ssh-sftp) with a dedicated client.