If you have servers in a two-way DNS cluster sync that causes all zones to be written to all servers, there is a way to clean this up. I’ve written a script to compare a list of zones on a server to /etc/userdomains to determine which zones belong to the server, so the extraneous ones […]
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As a hosting provider, one of the most common requests you’ll receive is WordPress installation. While manual installations work fine for occasional setups, they become time-consuming and error-prone when dealing with multiple clients or specific hosting plans designed for WordPress users. This is where cPanel hooks come to the rescue. The following script will use
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When you manage email on a cPanel server, you eventually face the classic Exim bottleneck:one misbehaving domain can clog the queue and grind mail delivery to a halt for everyone else. Picture this: a compromised account starts blasting out spam, or a single domain’s messages are all soft-bouncing at Outlook or Yahoo. Suddenly, your
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When new accounts are created in cPanel/WHM, the system automatically copies a set of default files from the skeleton directory into the user’s home directory. This mechanism is often overlooked, but with some creativity, it can become a powerful way to automate onboarding, enforce standards, and pre-deploy useful files. Where Is the Skeleton Directory?
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The cPanel control panel’s extensibility through custom plugins is one of its most powerful features for web hosting providers and system administrators. Whether you need to integrate third-party services, automate specific tasks, or provide custom functionality to your users, building cPanel plugins using the official API framework gives you the flexibility to extend cPanel’s capabilities
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When managing high-traffic websites on cPanel servers, proper PHP-FPM (FastCGI Process Manager) configuration can mean the difference between smooth performance and server crashes. This comprehensive guide will walk you through advanced PHP-FPM optimization techniques specifically tailored for cPanel environments. Understanding PHP-FPM in cPanel Context PHP-FPM operates differently in cPanel compared to standalone servers. cPanel’s MultiPHP
Deploying a Node.js application doesn’t always require complex cloud platforms or VPS servers. Many shared hosting providers now offer Node.js support through cPanel, making it easier than ever to get your application online. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through the entire process of deploying a Node.js app using cPanel’s user-friendly interface. Prerequisites Before we
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Modern cPanel installations come with PowerDNS pre-integrated as an alternative DNS server option, providing native DNSSEC support without requiring separate installation or complex configuration. This guide will walk you through enabling and managing DNSSEC using cPanel’s built-in PowerDNS implementation through WHM (Web Host Manager) and cPanel interfaces. Understanding cPanel’s PowerDNS Integration cPanel’s PowerDNS integration provides
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Website performance is crucial for user experience and SEO rankings. While cPanel hosting environments traditionally rely on Apache, many modern hosting providers now offer Nginx as a reverse proxy or primary web server. This powerful combination opens up advanced caching opportunities that can dramatically improve your site’s speed and reduce server load. Understanding Nginx Caching
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