24.5 Using the WP File Manager Plugin (Alternative)

Purpose:

As an alternative to using an external SFTP client, you can install a file manager plugin directly within your WordPress admin area (/wp-admin) to manage files through the web interface.

• Installation:
  1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard (yourdomain.com/wp-admin).
  2. Go to Plugins → Add New.
  3. Search for "WP File Manager" or a similar reputable file manager plugin.
  4. Choose a well-maintained plugin with good reviews. Install and Activate it.
• Usage: Access the file manager interface via the new menu item added to your WP Admin sidebar. It provides a web-based interface similar to an SFTP client for uploading, downloading, editing, and deleting files.
• Security Note: While convenient, relying solely on a file manager plugin can pose a security risk if your main WordPress admin login credentials become compromised, as an attacker would then also have direct file access. Using SFTP with strong, unique credentials can be considered more secure in some aspects.