Getting started with cPanel

How to log in to cPanel, find key tools, and complete first steps after your hosting account is created.

cPanel is the control panel for your shared hosting account at Domain & Host. From one place you can manage files, create email accounts, install applications, and review resource usage.

How to log in

  1. Open the cPanel URL from your welcome email (often https://your-server-hostname:2083 or a branded login link).
  2. Enter the cPanel username and password we sent when the account was provisioned.
  3. If login fails, confirm you are using the cPanel password — not your Domain & Host client-area password.

You can also reset or request credentials from your client area or by contacting support.

Tools you will use most

  • File Manager — upload website files and edit configuration.
  • Email Accounts — create addresses such as [email protected].
  • Softaculous / WordPress (if enabled) — one-click app installs.
  • SSL/TLS Status — check HTTPS certificates.
  • Metrics — disk and bandwidth usage.

First-day checklist

  1. Change the temporary cPanel password to something only your team knows.
  2. Confirm your domain is assigned to the account.
  3. Create at least one business email mailbox.
  4. Install your CMS or upload your site files.
  5. Verify the site loads over HTTPS.

Security tips

  • Never share full cPanel access with freelancers unless you trust them; create limited FTP users when possible.
  • Keep WordPress and plugins updated after install.
  • Enable two-factor authentication in cPanel if the option is available on your plan.

If your welcome email is missing login details, open a support ticket and we will resend secure access information.