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How to show hidden files and change file permissions in cPanel

2026 Feb 03 cPanel Hosting Guide

1. Go to File Manager 

2. In the File Manager, click the “Settings” button at the top-right corner.

3. A pop-up will appear — check the box that says: (Show Hidden Files (dotfiles)


4. Click Save.

Now, you’ll see all hidden files like the .htaccess file, the .well-known file, etc..

change file permissions

 1. In File Manager, locate the file or folder you want to edit.
   ex:- .htaccess file

2.  Right-click on it → select Permissions.

3. A pop-up will show numeric or checkbox-based permissions:

  • Read (r) – Allows viewing
  • Write (w) – Allows editing
  • Execute (x) – Allows running (for folders, allows access inside)


4. Click the Change Permissions.

5. Procedure Done.

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