How to Upload Files to Your Hosting

Uploading Files to Your Hosting

Uploading files to your SillyHost account is one of the most fundamental tasks in managing your website. There are several methods available depending on your preference and the size of the files.

Method 1: Using the cPanel File Manager

The quickest method for small uploads and individual files:

1. Log in to cPanel and open the File Manager.
2. Navigate to the public_html directory or your desired upload location.
3. Click the Upload button in the toolbar.
4. Drag and drop files onto the upload area or click Select File to browse.
5. Wait for the upload to complete and click the back link to return to the file manager.

Method 2: Using FTP or SFTP

Recommended for uploading multiple files, large files, or entire website directories:

1. Connect to your hosting using an FTP client like FileZilla.
2. Navigate to public_html on the remote server panel.
3. Select the files or folders on your local computer.
4. Drag them to the remote panel or right-click and select Upload.
5. Monitor the transfer queue at the bottom of FileZilla for progress.

Uploading a Full Website

If you are uploading a complete website, ensure the following:

• Upload all files to the public_html directory.
• Your main page should be named index.html or index.php.
• Maintain the correct folder structure as on your local machine.
• Upload any database separately through phpMyAdmin.

Uploading ZIP Files

For large numbers of files, it is faster to compress them into a ZIP file, upload the single ZIP, and then extract it on the server using the cPanel File Manager's Extract feature. This significantly reduces upload time.

Upload Speed Tips

Upload speeds depend on your internet connection. For large transfers, use SFTP with a wired connection for the best speed. Avoid uploading during peak hours if possible, and close other bandwidth-intensive applications during the transfer.