How to Upload a Website on Hostinger: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Uploading your website to Hostinger is a straightforward process that can be completed in just a few steps. Whether you're using HTML/CSS, WordPress, or another platform, this guide will walk you through the entire process.
Prerequisites
- A Hostinger hosting account
- Your website files ready (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.)
- Domain name connected to your Hostinger account
- FTP client (optional, for large files)
Method 1: Uploading via File Manager
Step 1: Access hPanel
Log in to your Hostinger account and navigate to hPanel, the hosting control panel.
Step 2: Open File Manager
Go to Files → File Manager in hPanel. This will open the file management interface.
Step 3: Navigate to public_html
This is the root directory where your website files should be uploaded. All files placed here will be publicly accessible.
Step 4: Upload Your Files
Click the Upload button and either drag-and-drop your files or select them manually from your computer.
Important: Your main HTML file should be named index.html as this is the default file browsers look for.
Method 2: Uploading via FTP
For larger websites or frequent updates, FTP might be more convenient.
Step 1: Create FTP Account
In hPanel, go to Files → FTP Accounts and create a new FTP user.
Step 2: Connect with FTP Client
Use an FTP client like FileZilla with these credentials:
- Host: yourdomain.com or server IP
- Username: The FTP username you created
- Password: The FTP password you set
- Port: 21
Step 3: Upload Files
Drag your files from the local side (left) to the remote side (right) into the public_html folder.
Verifying Your Website
After uploading:
- Open your domain in a web browser
- Check that all pages load correctly
- Verify images and stylesheets are working
Troubleshooting Tip: If you see a 404 error, ensure your main file is named index.html and is in the public_html folder.
Conclusion
Getting your website up on Hostinger? Piece of cake. If you just need to toss up a few files super quick, File Manager’s your buddy—fast and easy. But if you’ve got a giant site or you’re always tweaking stuff, FTP is way better. Trust me, dragging and dropping a hundred files through File Manager will make you want to scream.