How to add a new domain in cpanel

Adding a new domain in cPanel is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Prerequisites:

  1. You have a cPanel account with a hosting provider.
  2. You have a domain name registered with a registrar (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.).
  3. You have the necessary DNS settings for the new domain.

Step 1: Log in to cPanel

  1. Go to your cPanel login page and enter your username and password.
  2. Click on the "Log In" button to access your cPanel account.

Step 2: Navigate to the Domains section

  1. In the cPanel dashboard, click on the "Domains" tab.
  2. Click on the "Add Domain" button.

Step 3: Enter the new domain information

  1. In the "Add Domain" page, enter the following information:
    • Domain Name: Enter the new domain name you want to add (e.g., example.com).
    • Subdomain: Leave this field blank unless you want to create a subdomain (e.g., sub.example.com).
    • Document Root: This field is automatically populated with the default document root for the new domain.
  2. Click the "Add Domain" button to create the new domain.

Step 4: Configure DNS settings (optional)

If you want to use a custom DNS setup for the new domain, you'll need to configure the DNS settings in your registrar's control panel. You can also use cPanel's built-in DNS editor to manage your DNS settings.

Step 5: Verify the new domain

  1. Go to the "Domains" tab and click on the "Verify Domain" button next to the new domain.
  2. cPanel will perform a series of checks to verify that the domain is properly configured.

Step 6: Set up email accounts and other settings (optional)

If you want to set up email accounts or other settings for the new domain, you can do so by clicking on the "Email" or "Advanced DNS" tabs in the cPanel dashboard.

That's it! Your new domain should now be added to your cPanel account. If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to ask.