Dashboard Overview
The cPanel dashboard organizes all hosting management tools into logical categories. Here's what you'll find in each section.
Search Bar
The fastest way to find any tool in cPanel is the search bar at the top of the page. Start typing the name of the feature you're looking for (e.g., "email", "file", "DNS") and matching tools will appear instantly.
Key Sections
Files
Manage your website files, disk usage, and backups.
- File Manager — browse, upload, edit, and manage files directly in your browser
- Backup / Backup Wizard — download or restore full and partial backups
- Disk Usage — see what's consuming your storage quota
- FTP Accounts — create and manage FTP access credentials
Databases
Create and manage MySQL databases for your applications.
- MySQL Databases — create databases, users, and assign privileges
- phpMyAdmin — web-based database management interface
Domains
Configure domains, subdomains, and URL redirects.
- Addon Domains — host multiple websites on one account
- Subdomains — create subdomains like blog.yourdomain.com
- Redirects — set up URL forwarding rules
- Zone Editor — manage DNS records (A, CNAME, MX, TXT)
Set up and manage email for your domains.
- Email Accounts — create mailboxes for your domain
- Forwarders — forward mail to other addresses
- Spam Filters — configure Apache SpamAssassin
- Email Deliverability — check SPF, DKIM, and DMARC status
Software
Install applications and manage PHP settings.
- Softaculous — one-click installer for WordPress, Joomla, and 400+ apps
- Select PHP Version — choose PHP version and enable/disable extensions (CloudLinux)
Security
Manage SSL, access controls, and security settings.
- SSL/TLS — manage SSL certificates
- IP Blocker — block specific IP addresses
- Hotlink Protection — prevent other sites from embedding your images
Metrics
View traffic stats and error logs.
- Visitors / Awstats — website traffic analytics
- Errors — recent error log entries
- Resource Usage — CPU, memory, and I/O usage (CloudLinux)