How to Create a cPanel Account in WHM Print

Creating a cPanel account in WHM allows you to provide hosting space for a domain with its own login and resources.

Steps to Create a cPanel Account

1. Log in to WHM

   • Go to: https://yourdomain.com/whm

   • Enter your WHM username and password.

2. Navigate to Create a New Account

   • In the WHM sidebar, search for “Create a New Account”.

   • Click on it.

3. Enter Domain Information

   • Domain: e.g., example.com.

   • Username: WHM will auto-generate, but you can customize it.

   • Password: Enter a strong password (or use the password generator).

   • Email: Provide the client’s contact email address. (Important)

4. Choose a Package

   • Select a pre-defined Package (e.g., Starter, Business, Premium).

   • If you don’t have packages, click here to learn how to create packages.

5. Set DNS Settings

   • Choose the default nameservers (DO NOT TOUCH THIS AREA).

   • These should match your server’s nameserver configuration.

6. Select Additional Options (Optional)

   • Decide if the account should have:

     • CGI Access (not touch)

     • Shell Access (not touch)

     • Specific mail routing settings (not touch)

7. Create Account

   • Review all details entered.

   • Click Create at the bottom.

✅ After Creation

• WHM will show a success message and display the new account details.

• You (or your client) can now log in to cPanel with the details you used.