Understanding your hosting directory structure
This reference explains the directory structure of your HOSTDOG hosting account, what each folder contains, and where to place your website files, addons, and configuration files. Understanding this layout helps you navigate confidently via File Manager, FTP, or SSH.
How to use the file manager in your hosting control panel
The hosting file manager is a browser-based tool that gives you full access to your hosting account's file system. It handles the most common file tasks — uploading, editing, renaming, deleting, setting permissions, and extracting archives — without needing to install or configure an FTP client.
How to upload your website files
Choose your upload method
Depending on the number and size of your files, one method may be better than the other: