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Web disk (also known as Web Dav) is a drag-and-drop interface which allows you to access your...
Apache Error LogsWhen you check the error logs, you can see many things.Some things you can ignore:File does not...
Can I password protect directories?To password protect directory: Wait! Why read this when you can watch the movie tutorial...
Copy Entire Database or Rename DatabaseIs there a way for me to copy an entire database in cPanel? Go to cPanel > MySQL Databases...
Creating a URL redirectLogin to cPanel and click the Redirects icon. Leave the setting as 301 redirect, as this is...
Custom error pagesTo create a custom error page for your account, please login to cPanel and click Error Pages,...
Do you have a manual for your control panel?Yes, a manual for cPanel is available. Go tohttp://www.cpanel.net/support/docs/index.htm to...
Error Page CodesWhat are Error Codes?These numbered error codes are how the server tells website visitors about...
Hidden filesHidden file and folder names start with a...
How do I backup / restore / move from one cPanel host to another?How can I restore my site with old/previous content? Please contact us via ticket. email or...
How do I create a MySQL database, user, and then delete if needed?Create: If you are using any type of PHP software or keeping a collection of records which...
How do I create and delete a cron job?Cron Jobs run scheduled tasks at specific times. This is good to set up automated backups and or...
How do I create and remove an Addon Domain?With Addon Domains you can host multiple different domains with different website content, all...
How do I deny IP address accessDo you want to stop someone from visiting your website? This tool will block anyone from a...
How to Password Protect one file1) Put your .htpasswd above your root so visitors can't access it/home/cpanelusername/.htpasswd2)...
How to backup/restore your MySQL databasef you run a database driven website, it is important to backup your databases, periodically....
How to change permissions (chmod) of a filePermissions can be very important when it comes to hosting your website. Permissions can allow...
How to change the password of your cPanel accountThere may be times where you would like to change the password of your account. It is recommended...
How to connect to the MySQL databaseConfiguration Settings:Host = localhost (really, put localhost)Database name =...
How to create blacklistsYou may use Spam Assassin to stop (blacklist) someone from emailing you. Login to cPanel and...
How to create/edit/delete a file using the File ManagerThere may be times when you wish to create, edit, or delete a file or folder in your account. You...
How to disable anonymous FTPAnonymous FTP is disabled by default. You will require a dedicated IP to enable anonymous FTP....
How to download a home directory backupBackups are very important part of maintaining a website. It is important to backup your files on...
How to generate/download a full backupA full backup is a backup of all of your files, e-mail, databases, etc. To run a full backup,...
How to log into cPanelIf you recently purchased a new account with HostGator, you should type the following...
How to navigate through File ManagerFile Manager is an quick and easy way to navigate through you files. To access File Manager:...
How to park a domain on an addon domaincPanel has yet to offer this option although it can be done. In order to park a domain on top...
How to redirect a subdomain to another pageYou might want your sub domain to redirect to another page. To do this, please do the following:...
How to upload a file using the File ManagerYou may want to upload your files directly through cPanel. You can do this through the File...
How to upload to an Addon or SubdomainOption 1 In a FTP client enter this information.Host = add on domain nameUser =...
How to view website statistics in cPanel using AWStatsWhen you have a website online, you may want to check on how many people are coming to your...
I accidentally deleted the public_html or www folder.If you delete the www folder, your site should still load properly. If you delete the...
I already own a hosting package and want to add a 2nd domain.Shared Web HostingYou will add extra domains through your cPanel feature called "Addon...
Index ManagerGo to cPanel and click Index Manager. Click on a folder icon to look inside. Click on a...
Internal Server Error help, 500 errorInternal server errors can be caused by a few different things. Please check the Error Logs in...
Latest VisitorsYou will find an icon for this in cPanel, under the Logs section. This function will show the...
Lost database passwordForgot your database's password?You must create a new user with a new password. Do not worry,...
None of my CGI scripts are working on the server. How do I get them to work?First, make sure the script files are in the cgi-bin folder. Second, make sure the file...
PHP limits that cannot be changedPHP has been configured to use the following settings on our shared and reseller servers:safe...
htaccess long linesSometimes when you edit the .htaccess file in cPanel, the lines must wrap and this causes a...
mail folderARTHOST uses a maildir system, which means that all your email boxes and messages are stored as...