When managing web hosting, it’s important to understand the distinction between cPanel and WHM (Web Host Manager) — two powerful tools that work together but serve different purposes.
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cPanel is the individual control panel assigned to each domain or hosting account. It provides a user-friendly interface for website owners to manage their own hosting features.
Common tasks in cPanel include:
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Managing email accounts
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Uploading and organizing files
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Managing databases
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Installing applications (like WordPress)
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Monitoring website statistics
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WHM (Web Host Manager) is the master control panel for server administrators and resellers. It allows you to create and manage multiple cPanel accounts on a server.
Key WHM capabilities include:
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Creating, suspending, or terminating cPanel accounts
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Managing server-wide settings
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Configuring DNS zones
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Installing SSL certificates
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Setting resource limits for hosting plans
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Summary
| Feature | cPanel | WHM |
|---|---|---|
| Access Level | Individual website owners | Server admins / Resellers |
| URL | yourdomain.com/cpanel | yourdomain.com/whm |
| Function | Manages one hosting account | Manages all cPanel accounts |
| Use Case | Email, files, databases, CMS | Account creation, quotas, security |
Both tools are essential: WHM manages the overall server and account creation, while cPanel is where users handle their day-to-day website operations.
