File manager and SFTP access

Every WingNode game server has two ways to manage files: the web file manager (for small edits) and SFTP (for bulk transfers over 100 MB).

Web file manager

Open the Files tab. You can:

• Browse folders, navigate with breadcrumbs.
• Edit text files inline (server.properties, paper.yml, YAML/JSON configs).
• Upload files up to 100 MB each via drag-and-drop.
• Create, rename, delete, copy, move and compress to ZIP.
• Preview images and archives.

SFTP for bulk transfers

For modpacks, large worlds or plugin bundles, use SFTP. Credentials are in Settings → SFTP. Download FileZilla (Windows/Mac/Linux) or WinSCP (Windows).

Host: sftp.wingnode.com\nPort: (shown in panel)\nUsername: (shown in panel)\nPassword: your panel password

SFTP is faster than the web uploader for 100+ file operations because it batches them.

Permissions

SFTP respects the same sub-user permissions as the panel. If you create a sub-user with only Console access, they won't be able to SFTP in.

Common pitfalls

• Never delete the server.jar or the server won't start — reinstall from the panel if needed.
• Worlds are in /world, /world_nether, /world_the_end for Minecraft.
• FiveM resources go under /resources/[your-category]/.