How to edit wp‑config.php on GoDaddy

The File Browser is a web-based tool that lets you access your WordPress files through your browser. You can upload files, download files, and change files directly from your browser without additional software.

1. Sign into your GoDaddy account

   You must sign into GoDaddy with an account that can manage your WordPress site. If you are using delegated access, be sure to switch to the account you are managing.

2. Go to My Products

   Click your name or profile icon in the upper-right corner and select My Products. The direct link is https://account.godaddy.com/products.

3. Scroll down to Managed WordPress and click Manage All

4. Click the … menu for your website and select Settings

5. Scroll down and look for the Tools panel

6. Under tools, locate File Browser and click Open

7. Be careful about modifying files

   You are now accessing the raw files of your WordPress installation. Take care to avoid unintentional modifications that could make your site inaccessible.

8. Click wp-config.php in the file list to highlight it

   You will probably need to scroll down.

9. Before opening it, download a backup copy

   Just to be safe, click the Download button with the file highlighted. This will download the file to your computer, in case you need to revert changes by uploading it back.

10. Click View with the file highlighted to open the read-only editor

    By default, the file is opened in read-only mode for your protection.

11. Click Edit to enable editing

12. Make your changes and click the Save button

13. Test your site immediately

    If your changes cause your site to become inaccessible, upload the copy you safely made. You can use the File Browser tool even if your website is down.