#45 by installs
File Manager
file manager provides you ability to edit, delete, upload, download, copy and paste files and folders.
- Installs
- 1+ million
- Rating
- 4.6 (1.5K)
- Updated
- 1 day ago
File Manager Pro – Filester
Best WordPress file manager without FTP access. Edit code with built-in editor, upload files, download plugins, download themes, manage wp directory, …
- Active installs
- 100,000+
- #445 of 1,000
- Downloads, all time
- 1.8M
- 1,834,761
- Downloads, 30 days
- 74.2K
- 41.7K in the last 7
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5
- 155 reviews
- Last updated
- 5 days ago
- Oct 26, 2026
- Version
- 2.1.5
- 23 releases
Upkeep and compatibility
| Last updated | October 26, 2026Updated in the last 3 months |
|---|---|
| Tested up to | WordPress 7.1.4Covers WordPress 7.1.4, the current release |
| Needs WordPress | 3.0 or newer |
| Needs PHP | Not stated |
| First published | May 15, 2020 |
| Support, last two months | 3 of 3 threads resolved (100%) |
Reviews
4.9 / 5 from 155 reviews
| 5 stars | 148 |
|---|---|
| 4 stars | 1 |
| 3 stars | 3 |
| 2 stars | 0 |
| 1 star | 3 |
Downloads, last 30 days
What the author says it does
Filester is a WP File Manager Pro plugin, but you can download and use it completely for free. It comes with all the premium features of other WordPress advanced file manager plugins out there.
Filester helps you manage WordPress file directory and edit your website’s base configuration details, while FileBird allows you to manage/upload/download media library folders.
With this File Manager Pro, you can copy, paste, create an archive, download, upload, edit, delete, preview, duplicate, and get info of the WordPress configuration and directory files without FTP access.
This file manager plugin is dedicated to boosting your productivity in managing WordPress. All necessary file operations are fully provided and tested on a variety of servers and browsers.
Another thing you will appreciate about it is the clean and compact UI/UX, which makes editing and transferring directory files and folders extra fast.
Did you know?
More than 700,000 WordPress websites were attacked during September 2020.
Malicious bots are looking to exploit vulnerable versions of WP file manager plugins.
Fortunately, Filester comes with this vulnerability fixed!
Filester poses no risk to you, so rest assured! 🤗
⚡️ FEATURES
- Drag & drop interface: Easily move and arrange files
- Smart context menu: Right-click on any files to make operations
The opening of the plugin's own description. The full text, installation notes and changelog are on its WordPress.org page.
Questions the author answers
Is Filester really free? Are there hidden upsells?
Yes, Filester is completely free and comes with all the premium features built in. There is no paid tier, no upgrade prompts, and no feature locked behind a paywall.
Can I control which users have access to the File Manager?
Yes. Filester includes user authority settings that let you define access rights per user role. You can restrict which file extensions are visible or locked, set root path access, control file visibility, and limit uploadable file types and maximum file sizes. This keeps sensitive files protected from unauthorized users.
Can I use Filester to manage my WordPress media library?
No, Filester lets you browse, upload/download/edit and manage your WordPress file directory.
To manage WordPress media library or download entire media folders with your organized structure, you’ll need the FileBird plugin.
How can I get support if I encounter issues with Filester?
You can create a new public topic, and we’ll come back shortly for a quick fix.
Otherwise, feel free to chat or email us.
Latest changelog entry
– Fixed: A Multisite privilege escalation where a subsite Administrator could allow unsafe file types and run PHP files on the site. Reported by Michael Kim (seslo82).
– Fixed: Hardened file path checks in the bundled elFinder file browser.
– Fixed: Centered the loading spinner on the “Save Changes” buttons.
Screenshots
WP file manager for WordPress directory 
Filester general settings 
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Where this page's numbers come from
Read from the WordPress.org plugin API on , when WordPress 7.1.4 was the current release. WordPress.org rounds active installs into buckets. These are the directory's figures, not my verdict, and I haven't tested this plugin. The author takes donations at their donate page.