# Branding and customizing customer accounts in WHM

> Add your own logo, colours and links to the cPanel interface your customers see, using WHM customisation tools.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/vps/whm/branding-and-customizing-customer-accounts-in-whm/

**WebHost Manager (WHM)** allows server administrators to customize the look and feel of customer cPanel accounts. This helps you deliver a branded experience that matches your company identity and improves customer trust.

## Why Customize cPanel Accounts?

- Reinforce your company’s brand identity.
- Provide a consistent experience across all customer accounts.
- Add helpful links and contact information for support.
- Differentiate your hosting services from competitors.

## Customization Options in WHM

### 1. Custom Logos

- Upload your company logo to replace the default cPanel logo.
- Accessible via **WHM → Customization → Customize Branding**.
- Supported formats: PNG, JPG, SVG.
- Recommended size: 200×200 pixels for best display.

### 2. Company Information

- In **WHM → Customization → Company Information**, you can set:

  - **Company Name** → Displayed in the cPanel interface.
  - **Support Link** → Direct customers to your helpdesk or knowledge base.
  - **Documentation Link** → Provide guides or FAQs.
  - **Public Contact URL** → Add a contact page for customer inquiries.

### 3. Custom Styles

- WHM allows you to create or upload **custom cPanel styles**.
- Navigate to **WHM → Customization → Customize Style**.
- Options include:

  - Changing color schemes.
  - Uploading custom CSS.
  - Selecting default styles for all accounts.

### 4. Custom Favicon

- Replace the default cPanel favicon with your company’s icon.
- Accessible via **WHM → Customization → Customize Branding → Favicon**.
- Recommended size: 16×16 pixels.

### 5. Custom Help Links

- Add links to your support portal, billing system (e.g., WHMCS), or live chat.
- Customers see these links directly in their cPanel dashboard.

### 6. Language and Localization

- Provide localized versions of cPanel for your customers.
- WHM supports multiple languages, which can be set per account.

> **Note:**
- Branding changes apply globally to all accounts unless overridden by a specific package.
- Always test branding updates on a demo account before rolling them out.
- Keep logos and styles lightweight to avoid slowing down the cPanel interface.