What are the differences between cPanel and WHM?

cPanel and WHM (Web Host Manager) are popular dashboards used to control servers and hosting accounts. Depending on your HostPapa service, you may have access to one or both of these powerful configuration tools.

WHM is used to administer dedicated servers or VPS hosting services. The tool is used to manage reseller services, cPanel accounts, and server configurations. It is not available with standard web hosting services.

WHM and cPanel differences

WHM includes the following features:

  • Create new accounts
  • Create and modify hosting packages
  • Add domains to the server
  • Manage hosting and account features
  • Reset cPanel accounts
  • Manage cPanel account restrictions
  • Modify DNS Zone records
  • Configure nameservers
  • Perform system and control panel maintenance

Learn more about WHM in these HostPapa knowledge base articles.

cPanel is an end-user dashboard, for managing individual hosting accounts. It’s available on all HostPapa hosting services.

cpanel

cPanel allows account administrators to perform tasks including:

  • Account file management
  • Manage addon domains and subdomains
  • Manage email accounts and services
  • Install web applications
  • Edit DNS records for the domain
  • Monitor web traffic
  • Create and manage databases
  • Back up and restore account data

If you need help with your HostPapa account, please open a support ticket from your dashboard.

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