cPanel is a web hosting control panel software developed by cPanel, LLC. It provides a graphical interface (GUI) and automation tools designed to simplify the process of hosting a web site to the website owner or the "end user". It enables administration through a standard web browser using a three-tier structure. While cPanel is limited to managing a single hosting account, cPanel & WHM allows the administration of the entire server.

In addition to the GUI, cPanel also has command line and API-based access that allows third-party software vendors, web hosting organizations, and developers to automate standard system administration processes. cPanel & WHM is designed to function either on a dedicated server or virtual private server.

Features of cPanel

1. Domain Management

• Addon Domains → Host multiple websites on a single account.
• Subdomains → Create sub.websites (like blog.example.com).
• Aliases (Parked Domains) → Point multiple domain names to the same website.
• Redirects → Forward traffic from one URL to another.
• DNS Zone Editor → Manage DNS records (A, CNAME, MX, TXT, etc.).

2. Email Management

• Email Accounts → Create professional emails (e.g., support@yourdomain.com).
• Webmail → Access emails from browser (Roundcube, Horde).
• Forwarders → Forward emails to another address.
• Autoresponders → Automatic replies (e.g., "Out of office").
• Spam Filters → Block junk/spam emails.
• Email Authentication → Configure DKIM, SPF, DMARC to protect against spoofing.

3. File Management

• File Manager → Upload, delete, edit, move files without FTP.
• FTP Accounts → Transfer files via FTP clients (FileZilla, WinSCP).
• Backup Wizard → Download full/partial site backups.
• Disk Usage → Monitor storage usage.

4. Database Management

• MySQL/MariaDB Databases → Create & manage databases
• phpMyAdmin → Web-based GUI to edit databases
• Remote MySQL → Allow external apps to connect to your database.

5. Security Tools

• SSL/TLS Manager → Install SSL certificates (including free Let’s Encrypt).
• Leech Protection → Protect folders with login credentials.
• Hotlink Protection → Prevent others from stealing your images/files.
• IP Blocker → Block specific IP addresses.
• Leech Protection → Prevent password sharing in secure areas.

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