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Using cPanel

cPanel is a web-based control panel that allows you to manage your website and hosting account. It provides a user-friendly interface with various tools and features to help you manage your website efficiently.

Accessing cPanel​

To access cPanel, follow these steps:

  1. Open your web browser and visit My Sailstack.
  2. Log in to My Sailstack.
  3. Click Services, then your website hosting plan, and then Log in to cPanel.

cPanel Dashboard​

Once you log in to cPanel, you will see the cPanel dashboard. This dashboard provides an overview of your hosting account and various tools to manage your website. Here are some key sections you will find in the cPanel dashboard:

  • Files: This section allows you to manage your website files, including uploading, downloading, and organizing files.
  • Domains: Here, you can manage your domain names, add subdomains, and configure domain-related settings.
  • Email: This section enables you to create and manage email accounts associated with your domain.
  • Databases: Here, you can create and manage databases for your website, including setting up MySQL databases and managing database users.
  • Security: This section provides tools to enhance the security of your website, such as SSL/TLS management, IP blocking, and password protection.
  • Metrics: Here, you can view various statistics and metrics related to your website, such as visitor information and bandwidth usage.
  • Software: This section allows you to install and manage various software applications, such as content management systems (CMS) and e-commerce platforms.
  • Preferences: Here, you can customize your cPanel interface, change your password, and manage other preferences.

Additional Resources​

This article covers the basics of using cPanel. For more detailed information and advanced features, you can refer to the official cPanel documentation available at docs.cpanel.net. The documentation provides comprehensive guides and tutorials on various cPanel features and functionalities.

If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact us via support@sailstack.co.