# Managing your website in cPanel

> Find the tools for installing apps, managing files, setting up databases and email accounts from your hosting dashboard.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/cpanel/guides/managing-your-website-in-the-hosting-cpanel/

The **ruachost Client Area**provides a single, convenient interface to manage your website, email, applications, and hosting resources. From here, you can install apps, manage files, configure databases, set up email accounts, and more. This guide walks you through the key areas of website management.

## Logging In

To access your website management tools:

1. Log in to your [ruachost.com](dashboard.ruachost.com) Client Area.
2. From the dashboard, select your hosting plan.
3. Login to the control panel where all website management tools are available.

![Screenshot](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/kb-images/0a66b8ab412e.webp)

## Website Management Tools

The hosting panel is organized into categories, making it easy to find the tools you need.

### 1. **Email**

- Create and manage email accounts
- Set up forwarders and autoresponders
- Configure spam filters and email routing
- Monitor email disk usage

### 2. **Files**

- Use **File Manager** to upload, edit, and organize files
- Create backups and restore them when needed
- Manage disk usage and directory privacy
- Access advanced tools like Git™ version control

### 3. **Billing & Support**

- View invoices and billing history
- Open and track support tickets
- Access knowledge base resources
- Register or transfer domains

## Software & Applications

The **Software** section allows you to install and manage applications for your site.

![Screenshot](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/kb-images/2fca0ab45a69.webp)

Here you can:

- Install WordPress or other apps via **Softaculous**
- Use **SitePad Website Builder** to design your site
- Manage caching tools like Redis and Memcached
- Optimize your website performance

## Advanced Tools

For developers and advanced users, the **Advanced** section provides:

- **Cron Jobs** – schedule automated tasks
- **Track DNS** – troubleshoot DNS issues
- **Error Pages** – customize error messages
- **Apache Handlers & MIME Types** – configure server behavior

## Preferences

The **Preferences** section lets you personalize your hosting environment:

- Update account preferences
- Change password and security settings
- Set your preferred language
- Manage contact information and team access