| What is cPanel? | A popular web hosting control panel that provides a graphical interface and automation tools to simplify website and server management. |
| Key Features | – Easy domain, email, and file management- One-click installs (WordPress, Joomla, etc.)- Database management (MySQL)- FTP and file manager- Security tools (SSL, IP blocking)- Backup and restore options |
| Typical Users | Small to medium businesses, bloggers, freelancers, and anyone wanting an easy way to manage hosting without deep technical knowledge. |
| Hosting Environment | Usually shared hosting or VPS where cPanel is installed on Linux servers. |
| Benefits | – User-friendly interface- Streamlines hosting tasks- Widely supported and documented- Easy to add or remove services- Supports multiple domains and subdomains |
| Limitations | – Mostly Linux-based (limited support on Windows)- Might be resource-heavy for very basic or minimal sites |
| Common Use Cases | – Managing websites and email accounts- Installing CMS platforms- Managing DNS records- Setting up SSL certificates |
| Popular Hosting Providers Offering cPanel | Bluehost, HostGator, SiteGround, A2 Hosting, GoDaddy (Linux plans) |
