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How to Install cPanel on AlmaLinux

09.01.2025 Netbudur
How to Install cPanel on AlmaLinux
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How to Install cPanel on AlmaLinux

AlmaLinux is a secure and stable Linux distribution that has been released as CentOS alternative. cPanel is one of the most popular control panels for web hosting operations. In this article we tell you how to install cPanel on AlmaLinux.

Preliminary Requirements

Make sure you meet the following requirements before you start installing cPanel:

  • Supported AlmaLinux Versions: AlmaLinux 8 or higher.

  • Minimum 2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).

  • Minimum 20 GB disk space.

  • Root user engagement.

  • A static IP address (cPanel does not support dynamic IP addresses).

  • Installation of a clean AlmaLinux (not installed any control panel before).

Step 1: Check System Requirements

Before starting the installation, make sure your server is a clean installation and has the necessary resources:

cat /etc/os-release
free -m
df -h

Step 2: Update Server

Update AlmaLinux server with latest updates:

yum update -y

Step 3: Configure Hostname Setting

A convenient hostname is required in cPanel installation. You can set your Hostname with the following command:

hostnamectl set-hostname server.sizindomaininiz.com

Step 4: Load Perl and Setup

Perl is necessary for cPanel installation. First install Perl:

yum install perl -y

Use the following commands to download and run the cPanel installation script:

cd /home
curl -o latest -L https://securedownloads.cpanel.net/latest
sh latest

Step 5: Complete Installation

The installation will automatically download and install cPanel. This process may take 30-60 minutes depending on the speed of your server.

Once the installation is completed, you can access the cPanel WHM (Web Host Manager) interface with the following URL:

https://[SUNUCU_IP]:2087

You can log in using “root” and server password as a username.

Step 6: Verify cPanel License

The license is necessary to use cPanel exactly. To verify the license, enter the WHM panel and follow the license activation instructions.

Step 7: Firewall Settings

Setting open ports for cPanel and WHM is necessary. Make sure the following ports are open:

  • 2087: WHM

  • 2083: cPanel

  • 443 and 80: HTTPS and HTTP

To configure Firewall settings:

firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=2087/tcp
firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=2083/tcp
firewall-cmd --reload

Conclusion

Once you have completed these steps, you will have successfully installed cPanel on AlmaLinux. cPanel is a powerful tool to help you manage your hosting operations easily. After completing license and basic settings, you can start managing your websites and email accounts.