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chmod 755 explained

What chmod 755 means: the owner can read, write and run; everyone else can read and run. With the rwxr-xr-x form.

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Everyone else

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About this tool

chmod 755 (rwxr-xr-x) lets the owner read, write and execute, and lets the group and everyone else read and execute. It’s the usual setting for directories and scripts on web servers.

How to use it

  1. 1 Tick the permissions you want, or type a number such as 755.
  2. 2 Copy the chmod command.

Questions

What permissions should web files have?

Usually 644 for files and 755 for folders. Avoid 777.

Is my data uploaded?

No. This tool runs in your browser, so your text and files never reach our server.

Is this tool free?

Yes. It’s free to use with no sign-up and no limits for normal use.