How to change your cPanel hosting password

A password that is not secure can compromise confidentiality of your data. With data stored virtually, an account could be susceptible to hacking if you choose a weak password. Additionally, if you haven’t change the password in a long time, this is vulnerable to cyber attacks. In case your password is not a strong one and hasn’t been changed for a long time, consider changing it now. 

Even if you can access your cPanel through the account manager, it is still important to secure your cPanel password to prevent unauthorized access. These unauthorized accesses can be done via FTP or the direct link to cPanel. 

1. Access your cPanel via account manager.  

2. Click the profile icon or scroll down to Preferences.  

3. Click Password & Security.  

4. Enter the following details and make sure the requirements are met for each field:  

   • Old Password – Enter the current password of your cPanel. This is initially sent to your email address on file. Contact us to reset your cPanel password. 

   • New Password – Enter a strong password. The strength meter should at least reach 65. 

   TIP

   Use the Password Generator to use a strong password for your cPanel.

   1. Click Password Generator.
   2. Click Generate Password to change the password inside the box if necessary.
   3. Copy the password inside the box to keep and remember.
   4. Tick I have copied this password in a safe place.
   5. Click Use Password.
   • New Password (Again) - The new password is automatically entered here if you use the Password Generator. Otherwise, enter the new password again for confirmation. 

   

5. Click Change your password now! 

Please make sure to protect your password.  

• Never write it down, nor place it in an unencrypted file.  
• Never give or share your password to anyone claiming to be from our support team unless verified.  
• Never let anyone look at you while you key in your password.  
• Use your password for some time and change it often.