Introduction This guide provides instructions on how to retrieve the MySQL da_admin username and password in DirectAdmin. The da_admin user is a special MySQL administrative user created by DirectAdmin during installation. This account has full access to all MySQL databases, and it is crucial to have the credentials in case you need to manage or
Introduction One of the most effective ways to perform a page or website redirection is by using the .htaccess file. This file can be found in the public_html directory of your website. If the .htaccess file does not already exist, you can create it manually within the public_html folder. Important Note: Ensure that the ownership
Introduction Email delays can be frustrating, especially when important messages are not delivered on time. Delayed emails often result from issues within the mail server’s queue, where messages may get stuck or take longer to process than expected. In cases where an email is expected but not received on time, such as receiving an email
Introduction You may need to change or update your DirectAdmin license in several scenarios, including when you change your server’s IP address, migrate to a new server, upgrade or downgrade your license, renew an expired license, switch license types, or address licensing errors. Updating the license ensures continued compliance and smooth operation of the software
Introduction This guide will walk you through the process of creating an SPF (Sender Policy Framework) TXT record for your domain. SPF records play a crucial role in email authentication by specifying which mail servers are authorized to send emails on behalf of your domain. This helps protect your domain from email spoofing and ensures
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
Introduction If you want to switch your domain’s email service to Google Workspace, configuring MX (Mail Exchange) records is essential. This setup ensures that all of your domain’s incoming emails are routed through Google’s mail servers. This guide is provides a step-by-step process to correctly configure MX records using the DirectAdmin control panel. Once completed,
Introduction Secure communication between your local machine and a remote server is crucial, especially when dealing with sensitive data. One of the most widely used methods to establish a secure connection is through SSH (Secure Shell) keys. SSH keys consist of a key pair — a public key and a private key. The private key
Introduction This guide explains how to review email delivery statistics using the DirectAdmin control panel. Monitoring your email statistics helps you track email activity and ensure that emails are sent and received correctly. Follow the steps below to access and review the email delivery statistics. Prerequisites You must have access to the DirectAdmin control
Introduction This guide is intended to managing DirectAdmin servers who need to change the da_admin password for MySQL. It covers the process for updating the da_admin password to ensure security and access control. This is necessary when you suspect unauthorized access or when rotating credentials for security compliance. The steps are applicable on DirectAdmin servers