Introduction Changing the root password in WHM is an essential security step to safeguard your server from unauthorized access. If you need to update it for security reasons, this guide will provide step-by-step instructions. Warning: If you’ve forgotten your password, you will need to contact your hosting provider for further assistance, as you must
Introduction Changing the hostname of your server may be necessary for several reasons. For example, if your server acts as a Mail Server for different domains, updating the hostname can stop your emails from going to Spam or Junk folders. This guide will explain how to change your server’s hostname using the DirectAdmin control panel,
Introduction This guide explains how to check email usage in DirectAdmin for both administrators and regular users. It is for anyone who wants to monitor their email storage and usage. You will find steps to check email usage whether you are managing email accounts as an admin or looking at your own usage as a
Introduction DirectAdmin’s Brute Force Monitor helps protect websites by blocking IP addresses that display suspicious or malicious behaviour. However, there may be instances where a legitimate user’s IP address is mistakenly blocked. This guide is intended for web hosting managers and administrators who need to quickly unblock such IPs, ensuring that legitimate users can regain
Introduction: This knowledge-based article provides a comprehensive guide on modifying or deleting an FTP account within DirectAdmin. FTP accounts are essential for managing file transfers and access permissions on your web hosting server. With DirectAdmin’s user-friendly interface, making adjustments to FTP accounts becomes hassle-free. Prerequisites: Access to a DirectAdmin account. Basic understanding of file
Introduction This guide provides steps to optimize databases for better performance, addressing common issues such as slow query responses in DirectAdmin control panel. This guide is particularly useful when your server or website experiences slow database performance. Prerequisites DirectAdmin control panel Access Basic knowledge of MySQL and DirectAdmin panel navigation. Steps to Optimize
Introduction This guide explains how to remove a domain from your DirectAdmin control panel. Removing a domain will delete all associated files for your domain, so it is crucial to ensure that you no longer need the domain or have backed up any essential data. Prerequisites Access to DirectAdmin Step-by-step guide Step 1:
Introduction It is intended for administrators or users with access to the DirectAdmin control panel who need to modify the disk space allocated to a domain or user. Keeping the disk space updated ensures your hosting environment reflects accurate storage allocations, preventing potential service interruptions. Follow this guide whenever you need to adjust the disk
Introduction Monitoring your website’s bandwidth usage is crucial for optimizing resources and preventing overage charges. In DirectAdmin, you can easily track your website’s monthly bandwidth usage through the control panel. This guide will walk you through the steps to access your bandwidth statistics. Prerequisites Access to the DirectAdmin control panel. Step-by-Step Guide Step 1:
Introduction This guide covers how to configure the spam filter in DirectAdmin. It is designed for users who want to block unwanted emails efficiently using DirectAdmin’s built-in spam filter. The process involves setting up filters based on email addresses, keywords, or email size, with the option to use SpamAssassin for more advanced control. This guide