Keeping your website secure is a constant battle against evolving threats, and managing it all can feel overwhelming. But protecting your data, your server, and your visitors doesn’t mean you have to be a cybersecurity expert.

Your cPanel control panel features a dedicated “Security” section packed with straightforward tools designed to help you lock down your hosting environment. Taking a proactive approach and utilizing these built-in features is the best way to build a robust defense for your online presence.

Explore the guides below to learn how to:

Automate Your Encryption: Take the manual hassle out of certificate installations and renewals by configuring the free AutoSSL feature for the domains hosted on your server.
Control Account Access: Protect your cPanel login credentials by routinely updating your main password and enforcing Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for an impenetrable extra layer of defense.
Encrypt Your Traffic: Keep data safe from interception and avoid browser warnings by learning how to generate Certificate Signing Requests (CSRs) and install both standard and Service SSL certificates.

cPanel Security Articles

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This collection of guides will walk you through the most important security features, helping you build a robust defense for your online presence.

Change Your cPanel Password
Changing the password in your cPanel account is a simple process and only takes a few moments. This tutorial covers only the main password, any other users created will still have the same passwords and access.
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Enabling Two-Factor Authentication in cPanel
Secure your cPanel account with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Learn how to set up and configure 2FA using Google Authenticator or Duo Mobile.
Read more: Enabling Two-Factor Authentication in cPanel
Generating an SSL Certificate Signing Request (CSR) in cPanel
Learn how to generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) and private key in WHM or cPanel to apply for an SSL certificate and secure your website.
Read more: Generating an SSL Certificate Signing Request (CSR) in cPanel
Installing a Service SSL in cPanel
Eliminate browser warnings when accessing WHM, cPanel, or email. Learn how to generate a CSR and install a trusted Service SSL on your server.
Read more: Installing a Service SSL in cPanel
Installing an SSL Certificate in cPanel
Learn how to install an SSL certificate in cPanel. This guide covers the final step of securing your site after you have ordered and verified your SSL.
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Using AutoSSLs in cPanel and WHM
To secure customer information on your website, enabling the AutoSSL feature in WHM is a recent and convenient option. AutoSSL lets you apply SSL certificates to any domain on your server, supporting up to 200 sites for free.
Read more: Using AutoSSLs in cPanel and WHM