> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.sculkhosting.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Files and SFTP

> Edit server files in the browser or transfer larger files securely with SFTP.

# Files and SFTP

Use the panel file manager for quick edits and SFTP for large uploads, folders, or repeated transfers.

## File manager

Select **Files** from your server sidebar. You can create folders, upload files, edit text-based configuration files, rename items, and download files directly in the browser.

<Note>
  Stop the server before replacing worlds, databases, or important configuration files. Some applications overwrite changed files during shutdown.
</Note>

## Connect with SFTP

Your exact SFTP hostname, port, username, and connection instructions are shown in the panel.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Install an SFTP client">
    Use a client such as WinSCP, Cyberduck, or FileZilla.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Copy the panel credentials">
    Open your server's **Settings** or SFTP connection area and copy the displayed host, port, and username.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Authenticate">
    Use the same password as your game-panel account unless the panel specifies otherwise.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Transfer files">
    Connect and upload files into the correct server directory.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  SFTP is not plain FTP. Make sure your client uses the **SFTP** protocol.
</Warning>