Tour: File Manager, Databases, Domains, Email

• File Manager: upload/edit files without FTP.
• MySQL® Databases: create a database & user for apps.
• Domains & DNS: add addon/subdomains, manage zone records.
• Email: create your you@yourdomain.com inboxes.

Install WordPress (auto-installer)

• Open cPanel → WordPress/Softaculous and click Install.
• Choose your domain, set admin email and strong password.
• Leave the directory blank to install at the root (example.com/).

Free SSL + force HTTPS

• Issue a free SSL certificate in your dashboard.
• Force HTTPS (301 redirects). Optional: enable HSTS once all subdomains are HTTPS.
• Verify padlock and that http:// redirects to https://.

Set PHP version & memory limit

• Select PHP 8.x in Select PHP Version.
• Raise memory limit if needed (e.g., 256M for heavier builders).
• Turn on OPcache for speed.

Create business email on your domain

• In Email Accounts, add you@yourdomain.com.
• Set up on your devices (IMAP), or route to your external provider.
• Add SPF/DKIM/DMARC for deliverability.

Backup & restore basics (test a restore)

• Enable automated daily backups.
• Download one backup and test a restore on staging.
• Keep copies off‑site for disaster recovery.

Launch checklist

cPanel 101 — Launch Checklist

[ ] WordPress installed via auto-installer
[ ] Free SSL issued and HTTPS forced (optional HSTS)
[ ] PHP 8.x selected; memory limit bumped if needed
[ ] Business email account created and tested (send/receive)
[ ] Daily backups enabled; test a restore on staging
[ ] Core/theme/plugin updates applied; remove unused plugins
[ ] Home page loads fast (no mixed content; DevTools shows h2/h3)