In web hosting, is typically a compressed archive containing the entire contents of your website's root directory. This file is primarily used for manual backups , site migrations, or transferring bulk files efficiently between servers. Core Functionalities
: Compression tools in file managers (like those at Namecheap ) ensure that the hierarchy of subfolders, such as addon domains or subdomains, remains intact. Security Risks & Best Practices public_html.zip
Storing a public_html.zip file directly inside your web root can pose significant security risks: In web hosting, is typically a compressed archive
: Zipped files are significantly smaller than raw web folders, making them faster to download or transfer over the internet. In web hosting