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title: How to Upload a Website Using DirectAdmin File Manager
description: "DirectAdmin File Manager lets you upload and manage website files from a browser. ## Upload Steps 1. Log in to DirectAdmin. 2. Open File Manager. 3. Open the domain's public_html folder. 4. Remove or rename the default placeholder file if…"
url: "https://vertico.co.zw/docs/how-to-upload-a-website-using-directadmin-file-manager/"
updated: "2026-07-23"
category: Hosting
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# How to Upload a Website Using DirectAdmin File Manager

DirectAdmin File Manager lets you upload and manage website files from a browser.

## Upload Steps

1. Log in to DirectAdmin.
2. Open File Manager.
3. Open the domain's public_html folder.
4. Remove or rename the default placeholder file if necessary.
5. Upload the website archive or files.
6. Extract archives inside public_html.
7. Confirm the main file is named index.html or index.php.
8. Open the domain in a browser and test.

## Permissions

Typical web files use 644 permissions and directories use 755. Avoid 777 unless a trusted application specifically requires it.

## Vertico Hosting Environment

This guide applies to Vertico Linux shared hosting accounts using DirectAdmin.

## Need Help?

If you still need assistance, open a support ticket through your Vertico client account and include the affected domain or email address, a screenshot of the error, and the approximate time the problem occurred. Never send passwords by email or support ticket.