Getting Started with cPanel — Complete Beginner's Guide

Accessing cPanel

Log in to your client portal → My Services → Login to cPanel, or visit yourdomain.com:2083.

Key Sections

• File Manager — manage files in public_html
• MySQL Databases — create databases for WordPress / apps
• Email Accounts — create professional mailboxes
• SSL/TLS Status — activate AutoSSL with one click
• Backup Wizard — generate full account backups
• Softaculous — one-click WordPress, Joomla, 400+ apps
• Zone Editor — manage DNS (A, CNAME, MX, TXT)
• PHP Selector — switch PHP 7.4–8.3 instantly

First Steps After Login

1. Run AutoSSL (Security → SSL/TLS Status → Run AutoSSL)
2. Create your first email account
3. Install WordPress via Softaculous if needed
4. Create a full backup