# Using log programs in cPanel

> Compare the log and statistics tools in cPanel, such as Errors, Raw Access and AWStats, and pick the right one for the job.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/cpanel/logs-and-statistics/using-log-programs-in-cpanel/

cPanel provides several **log programs** that help you monitor and analyze your website’s traffic, performance, and errors. These tools are essential for troubleshooting issues, tracking visitor behavior, and improving site security.

## Available Log Programs in cPanel

### 1. **Error Log**

- Shows the **last 300 errors** generated by your site.
- Useful for identifying broken links, permission issues, or suspicious activity.
- Access via **Metrics → Errors**.

### 2. **Raw Access Logs**

- Provides **unprocessed server logs** of all visitors.
- Can be downloaded for offline analysis.
- Access via **Metrics → Raw Access**.
- Helpful for advanced users who want detailed traffic data.

### 3. **Awstats**

- A graphical tool that displays visitor statistics.
- Shows information such as:

  - Number of visits
  - Unique visitors
  - Pages viewed
  - Bandwidth usage
  - Referring sites
- Access via **Metrics → Awstats**.

### 4. **Analog Stats**

- A simple, fast log analyzer.
- Provides basic traffic reports (visits, hits, referrers).
- Access via **Metrics → Analog Stats**.

### 5. **Webalizer**

- A more detailed graphical log analyzer.
- Displays charts and graphs of visitor activity.
- Shows daily, monthly, and yearly traffic trends.
- Access via **Metrics → Webalizer**.

### 6. **Webalizer FTP**

- Specialized version of Webalizer for **FTP traffic**.
- Tracks uploads and downloads via FTP.
- Access via **Metrics → Webalizer FTP**.

> **Note:**
- Log programs rely on **server log files**; if logging is disabled, data may be incomplete.
- Stats may take time to update (usually every 24 hours).
- Use multiple tools together for a complete picture:

  - **Error Log** for troubleshooting.
  - **Awstats/Webalizer** for traffic analysis.
  - **Raw Access Logs** for detailed investigation.