Changing your cPanel password

Your cPanel password is the master key to your hosting account. It grants access to:

• cPanel itself

• MySQL databases

• SSH

• Primary FTP account

For security, you should change this password when you first set up your site and then periodically afterwards.

Note

• Always use a strong password (mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols).
• Change your password regularly to protect your account.
• Never share your password with others.

How to Change Your cPanel Password

1. Log in to cPanel

   • If you’re unsure how, see our guide: Logging in and out of cPanel.

2. Go to Password & Security

   • On the cPanel Home screen, scroll to the Preferences section.
   • Click Password & Security.

3. Enter Your Current Password

   • In the Old Password field, type your current password.

4. Set a New Password

   • In the New Password field, type your new password.
   • Retype it in the New Password (Again) field.
   • Tip: Click Password Generator to create a strong, random password.

5. Save Changes

   • Click Change your password now!
   • Your new password takes effect immediately.

Resetting a Forgotten Password

• If you forget your cPanel password, you can usually reset it from the Ruachost Dashboard.
• Alternatively, on the cPanel login page, click Reset Password and follow the prompts.
• If the reset option isn’t available, open a support ticket and Ruachost can enable it for you.