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Installing cPanel on Linux

cPanel is one of the most popular hosting control panels for Linux servers. It allows easy management of websites, emails, databases, and DNS.

1. Requirements

• Supported OS: AlmaLinux 8/9, Rocky Linux 8/9, CloudLinux 8/9

• Minimum Hardware: 1 CPU, 2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended), 20 GB disk

• Root access (SSH)

• Fresh OS installation (no other control panels installed)

2. Update the Server

3. Set Hostname

4. Download Installation Script

5. Run the Installer

Installation may take 20–40 minutes depending on resources.

6. Access WHM

After installation, access WHM via:

Username: root
Password: root password

7. License Activation

cPanel requires a license. A 15-day free trial is automatically activated. After that, purchase a license from cPanel Store or authorized partners.