Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download WordPress Files from GoDaddy Server

If you have a GoDaddy account with a WordPress website, there may be times when you need to download the WordPress files for backup or migration purposes. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to download WordPress files from GoDaddy server.

Step 1: Log in to your GoDaddy account

Go to the GoDaddy website and log in to your account using your username and password.

Step 2: Access cPanel

Once you are logged in, go to your account dashboard and click on the "cPanel Admin" button.

Step 3: Navigate to File Manager

In cPanel, scroll down to the "Files" section and click on "File Manager."

Step 4: Locate the WordPress files

Once you are in File Manager, navigate to the directory where your WordPress files are located. This is usually the public_html directory. If you are unsure, check your website's URL. The WordPress files are located in the directory that matches the last part of your URL (e.g. mysite.com/wp-content).

Step 5: Select the files to download

To select multiple files at once, hold down the "Shift" key and click on the first and last file you want to select. To select individual files, simply click on them one by one.

Step 6: Download the files

After you have selected all the files you want to download, click on the "Download" button in the top toolbar. This will initiate the download process and save the files to your computer.

Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded the WordPress files from your GoDaddy server. Remember to keep these files safe for backup and migration purposes.