The Files tab in the Portal gives you browser-based access to your server’s filesystem. You can upload files, create directories, edit files in a web editor, and extract archives — all without leaving the browser. For larger transfers, SFTP is also available.Documentation Index
Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wiki.daki.cc/llms.txt
Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
What you’ll learn
- How to navigate and manage files
- How to upload files (and how to handle the folder limitation)
- How to create and edit files in the browser
- How to use SFTP for unrestricted access
Navigating Files
The file manager shows your server’s directory tree. Click folders to enter them, and click any text file to open it in the built-in web editor.Uploading Files
Click Upload to upload one or more files from your computer. Files land in the currently open directory.The web file manager has an upload size limit per file. For large files or many files at once, use SFTP instead (see the section below).
Uploading Folders
Direct folder upload is not supported in the web file manager. Use one of these workarounds:Option 1: Upload an archive (quickest)
- Compress your folder on your computer into a
.zipor.tar.gzfile. - Upload the archive using the Upload button.
- Right-click the archive in the file manager and select Extract to unpack it on the server.
Option 2: Use SFTP (no size limits)
SFTP lets you upload entire folder trees with no browser restrictions. See the SFTP section below.Creating and Editing Files
| Action | How |
|---|---|
| Create a new file | Click New File |
| Edit an existing file | Click the file to open it in the web editor, then click Save |
| Create a directory | Click New Directory |
| Rename or delete | Right-click a file or folder to access these options |
Archive Operations
- Extract: Upload a
.zipor.tar.gz, right-click it, and select Extract to unpack it in place. - Compress: Select files or folders and use the archive option to create a
.zip.
Using SFTP
SFTP gives you direct, unrestricted filesystem access from a desktop client.Getting your SFTP details
- In the Portal, open your server and go to the Settings tab.
- Find the SFTP Details section:
- Host — the SFTP server address
- Port — typically 2022
- Username — your Portal username
- Use your Portal account password as the SFTP password.
Recommended SFTP clients
| Client | Platform |
|---|---|
| FileZilla | Windows, Mac, Linux (free) |
| WinSCP | Windows (free) |
| Cyberduck | Mac, Windows (free) |
sftp | Any terminal |
What SFTP lets you do
- Upload entire folder trees in one transfer
- Transfer large files without hitting browser limits
- Manage files efficiently from your desktop environment
Tips
- Stop your server before uploading a replacement version of your application to avoid file conflicts.
- Use the web editor for quick one-file edits; use SFTP for initial project setup or large uploads.
- Keep an external copy of your code (e.g., on GitHub), especially on the Free Tier where deleted files cannot be recovered.
Next Steps
- Startup Settings — Configure your server’s startup command after uploading your files.
- Environment Variables — Set your bot token and other configuration values.
- Console & Power Actions — Start your server and check the output.