Overview
Plesk provides a built-in File Manager that allows you to upload and manage your website files directly through the hosting control panel without using an FTP client.
This guide explains how to upload your website files to Plesk Windows Hosting.
Step 1: Log in to Plesk
-
Open your Plesk control panel in a web browser.
-
Enter your login credentials.
-
Navigate to Websites & Domains.
-
Select the domain where you want to upload your website files.
Step 2: Open File Manager
-
Under Websites & Domains, click Files or File Manager.
-
Open the
httpdocsdirectory. -
If your domain uses a different document root, open the directory configured for that domain.
The httpdocs directory is the default document root for many websites hosted on Plesk.
Step 3: Prepare Your Website Files
Before uploading, prepare your published website files on your computer.
Depending on your website application, the files may include:
-
Configuration files, such as
Web.config -
Default page files, where applicable
-
Compiled application files and required libraries
-
Application folders and other required assets
Ensure that you have the complete set of files required to run your website.
Step 4: Upload Website Files
-
Open the
httpdocsdirectory in File Manager. -
Click Upload.
-
Select the website files from your computer.
-
Wait for the upload to complete.
-
Verify that the uploaded files and folders appear in the correct directory.
If your website files are packaged in a ZIP archive:
-
Upload the ZIP archive to the appropriate directory.
-
Select the archive in File Manager.
-
Click Extract Files, if available.
-
Ensure that the extracted files are placed directly in the correct document root and not inside an unintended additional folder.
Step 5: Verify the Uploaded Files
After uploading:
-
Confirm that all required files and folders are present.
-
Verify that the application configuration files are included.
-
Ensure that the files are located in the correct document root.
-
Confirm that your website's application requirements are supported by your hosting plan.
Step 6: Access Your Website
-
Open your domain in a web browser.
-
Verify that the website loads correctly.
-
Check that the website pages and required functionality are accessible.
Conclusion
You can upload and manage your website files directly through Plesk File Manager. Ensure that all required files are uploaded to the correct document root and that your website is configured according to your hosting plan.
