How to Install cPanel on Rocky Linux

cPanel is a widely used web hosting control panel that provides an easy-to-use interface for managing web hosting servers. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the process of how to install cPanel on Rocky Linux, a popular open-source Linux distribution that has gained traction as a reliable and stable platform for hosting web services.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure you have the following:

A fresh installation of Rocky Linux (minimum version 8.3).
A cPanel license. If you don’t have one yet, you can purchase a license from the cPanel website.
Root access to your Rocky Linux server.

How to Install cPanel on Rocky Linux

Update Your System

First, update your Rocky Linux system to the latest version using the following command:

sudo dnf update -y

Set the Hostname

Set the hostname of your server using the hostnamectl command. Replace {your_domain} with your actual domain name:

sudo hostnamectl set-hostname cpanel.{your_domain}

Disable SELinux

For cPanel to work correctly, you need to disable SELinux. To do so, open the /etc/selinux/config file in your favorite text editor, such as nano:

sudo nano /etc/selinux/config

Change the SELINUX line to disabled:

SELINUX=disabled

Save the changes and exit the text editor. Finally, reboot your server to apply the changes:

sudo reboot

Installation Required Dependencies

Install the required dependencies using the following command:

sudo dnf install -y perl wget

Install cPanel on Rocky Linux

Now you are ready to install cPanel. Download the cPanel installation script using wget:

wget https://securedownloads.cpanel.net/latest

Then, execute the script to start the installation:

sudo sh latest

The installation process may take some time to complete, depending on your server’s resources. Once the installation is finished, you will see a success message.

Access cPanel, WHM

Open your web browser and access the cPanel WHM (WebHost Manager) interface using your server’s IP address or domain name, followed by the port 2087. For example:

https://cpanel.{your_domain}:2087

https://{your_server_IP}:2087

You will be prompted to accept the cPanel license agreement. Once you accept it, you will be redirected to the WHM login page.

Log in to WHM and Configure cPanel

Log in to WHM using your root username and password. Once logged in, you will be prompted to complete the initial setup process. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your server.

You can now create cPanel accounts and manage your web hosting environment using the easy-to-use WHM interface.

Step 8: Update cPanel License

If you need to update your cPanel license, follow our guide on how to update your cPanel license from the command line.

Additional Resources

For more information on managing your Rocky Linux server, check out the following resources:

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined in this guide, you have successfully installed cPanel on your Rocky Linux server. You can now manage your web hosting environment with ease using the powerful features provided by the cPanel/WHM interface.

Whether you are a seasoned web hosting professional or a beginner, cPanel offers an intuitive and user-friendly platform for managing your web hosting server. With Rocky Linux as your server’s operating system, you can rest assured that you are running your services on a stable and reliable platform. Remember to keep your server updated and secure to ensure the best performance and security for your hosted websites.

If you are interested in exploring other options for web hosting, check out our article on the Top 10 Best Linux OS for Web Hosting.