Manage every file on your site, without leaving wp-admin
Browse, edit, upload, and organize your WordPress files from a clean dark-themed file manager. No FTP client. No hosting panel. Just your dashboard.
A quick file edit shouldn't require an FTP client
Most file managers are either bare-bones and ugly, or bloated with features you don't need. Luxa File Manager gives you a clean, fast, dark-themed interface that does exactly what an admin needs — and unlocks the rest only when you actually need it.
Everything you need to manage your files
A capable free file manager, plus a Pro add-on for teams who need bulk actions, search, and access control.
Browse Every Folder
Navigate from the WordPress root through any folder your server allows — wp-content, themes, plugins, uploads, and beyond.
Built-in Code Editor
Open PHP, CSS, JS, HTML, JSON, or any text file and edit it directly — with a single click to save, right where you are.
Upload & Download
Drag in multiple files with a live progress bar, or pull any file straight from the server to your computer.
Copy & Move (Pro)
Select multiple files and folders, then copy or move them to any destination in one action — no more one-by-one dragging.
Zip & Unzip (Pro)
Compress any selection into a ZIP archive, or extract an uploaded ZIP straight into place — without a terminal.
Global Search (Pro)
Find a file by name anywhere on the server — not just the folder you happen to be looking at.
Bookmarks (Pro)
Star the files and folders you open most often. They show up in the sidebar, one click away, no matter how deep they're buried in your folder structure.
Role & Folder Access (Pro)
Choose which WordPress roles can open File Manager, and restrict browsing to specific folders — like /wp-content/uploads only.
Translation Ready
Every string in the interface is translatable, with full support for WordPress's standard .pot/.po translation files.
Start free. Upgrade only if you need to.
The free plugin is fully functional on its own. Pro unlocks bulk actions, search, and access control.
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Browse, create, rename, delete | ||
| Upload & download | ||
| Built-in code editor | ||
| Bulk copy & move | — | |
| Zip & unzip | — | |
| Global search | — | |
| Bookmarks | — | |
| Role & folder access control | — |
A file manager shouldn't be a back door
Letting a plugin touch your server's files demands real safeguards, not just a nice interface. Luxa File Manager is built with security as the foundation, not an afterthought.
- Admin-only access by default, with role restrictions available in Pro
- Every request is verified with WordPress nonces
- All paths are resolved and checked against the WordPress root to block directory traversal
- Optional folder restrictions keep even trusted users inside approved directories
Give your team exactly the access they need
Not everyone on your team should be able to browse your entire server. Luxa File Manager Pro lets you choose which roles can open File Manager at all, and lock browsing down to specific folders — like uploads, themes, or a single client's directory.
- Administrator access can never be disabled by mistake
- Add as many allowed folder paths as you need, one per line
- Changes apply instantly, no extra plugins required
One-time license. No subscriptions.
The core plugin is free forever. Pro is a one-time purchase — pick the plan that matches how many sites you run.
- Browse, create, rename, delete
- Upload & download
- Built-in code editor
- Unlimited sites
- Everything in Free
- Bulk copy, move, zip & unzip
- Global search & bookmarks
- Role & folder access control
- 1 year of updates
- Everything in Single
- Use on 3 separate domains
- Ideal for freelancers & small agencies
- 1 year of updates
- Everything in Triple
- Use on unlimited domains
- Built for agencies
- 1 year of updates
All Pro plans include a one-time payment and one year of updates & support. Renew anytime to keep receiving updates.
Common questions
Is the free version actually usable on its own?
Yes. Browsing, creating, renaming, deleting, uploading, downloading, and editing files all work fully in the free plugin. Pro simply adds bulk actions, search, bookmarks, and access control on top.
Who can access the File Manager by default?
Only users with the upload_files capability, typically Administrators and Editors. With Pro, you can restrict it further by role and by folder.
How does the license work?
Pro is a one-time purchase tied to one, three, or unlimited domains depending on your plan. You can deactivate a domain from your Pro settings at any time to free up that slot for another site.
Is it safe to use on a production site?
Yes, with the same caution you'd give any tool that can edit server files. Access is admin-only by default, every request is nonce-verified, and all paths are validated against the WordPress root to block directory traversal.
Does it work with multisite?
Yes. Luxa File Manager works on standard WordPress installs as well as multisite networks.
Can I translate the plugin into my language?
Yes. Every user-facing string is translation-ready. Add your language with Poedit or Loco Translate and drop the files into the languages/ folder.