We’ve gone over adding files and folders, now let’s take a look at how to delete files and directories within the File Manager in Plesk. Deleting them takes just a few clicks.

Warning:

Deleting files and directories is permanent and irreversible. If you feel you may need the file or directory in the future, take a manual backup before proceeding with deleting anything (see Taking a Manual Backup in Plesk).

Delete a File

To delete a file, navigate to the httpdocs directory in the Plesk File Manager.
Click the box next to the file you want to delete.
Click on the Remove button at the top of the page.
A pop-up will appear to confirm you wish to permanently delete the file.
Once complete, the file will no longer show in the httpdocs list.
If you need to restore a file from a backup, see our article Restoring Data from Plesk Backups.

Delete a Directory

From the httpdocs directory, select the directory by checking the box next to its name.
Click the Remove button in the task bar at the top of the page.
A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm deleting the directory. Click OK to complete the process.
The directory will be deleted and will no longer show in the httpdocs list.
If you need to restore a file from a backup, see our article Restoring Data from Plesk Backups.