Choosing the Right Method for File Uploads (File Manager vs. FTP)
When to Use File Manager
The File Manager within cPanel is a convenient option if you only need to upload a very small number of files quickly, such as uploading a single HTML document or replacing a few images. For minimal tasks, it provides a fast, browser-based solution without needing extra software.
The Advantage of FTP for Large Transfers
If your task involves uploading hundreds or even thousands of files at once, such as a complete website migration or a large application installation, using File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a significantly faster and more reliable solution compared to the browser-based File Manager. FTP clients are specifically optimized for transferring large batches of data efficiently.
Getting Started with FTP
There are many highly-rated FTP client programs available that are free to download and use. Most of these applications can be installed and properly configured to connect to your cPanel account in under fifteen minutes.
