cPanel interface overview
Getting Started
Updated Jan 18, 2026
Understanding the cPanel Dashboard
cPanel organises its tools into logical sections. Here's what you'll find.
Main Sections
Files
- File Manager - Browse and edit files
- Images - Thumbnail creator
- Directory Privacy - Password protect folders
- Disk Usage - See what's using space
- FTP Accounts - Create FTP users
- Backup - Download backups
Databases
- MySQL Databases - Create databases and users
- phpMyAdmin - Visual database management
Domains
- Domains - Add and manage domains
- Redirects - Set up URL redirects
- Zone Editor - Manage DNS records
Email
- Email Accounts - Create email addresses
- Forwarders - Forward emails
- Autoresponders - Set holiday messages
- Spam Filters - Configure spam protection
Security
- SSL/TLS Status - Manage certificates
- Two-Factor Authentication - Extra login security
- IP Blocker - Block IP addresses
Software
- Softaculous - One-click app installer
- MultiPHP Manager - Change PHP version
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