cPanel is a popular web hosting control panel that simplifies the process of managing a website and server. While it's commonly used with CentOS, it's also compatible with Ubuntu 20.04. This guide will walk you through the steps to install cPanel on Ubuntu 20.04, ensuring a smooth setup for your web hosting needs.
Prerequisites
- An Ubuntu 20.04 server.
- Root access or a user with sudo privileges.
- Minimum 2GB RAM (4GB recommended).
- At least 20GB of free disk space.
Step 1: Update Your System
Before starting, ensure your system's package index is up-to-date.
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -yStep 2: Install Required Dependencies
cPanel requires certain packages to be installed on your system. Install them before proceeding.
sudo apt install curl wget perlStep 3: Set Hostname
Set a valid hostname for your server; cPanel requires a fully qualified domain name.
sudo hostnamectl set-hostname your-hostname.example.comStep 4: Disable Network Manager
cPanel does not work well with the Network Manager service. It's recommended to disable it.
sudo systemctl stop NetworkManagersudo systemctl disable NetworkManagerStep 5: Download and Install cPanel
Now, you're ready to download and install cPanel. Use the following commands to start the installation process. Note that this might take some time.
cd /home && curl -o latest -L https://securedownloads.cpanel.net/latestsudo sh latestOnce the installation completes, you can access the cPanel & WHM interface through your web browser by navigating to your server's IP address followed by the port 2087 (for WHM) or 2083 (for cPanel). Be prepared to configure and secure your new cPanel server after installation.
Remember to regularly update and monitor your server to maintain a secure and efficient hosting environment. Enjoy your new cPanel installation on Ubuntu 20.04!
