What is WHM?
WHM (WebHost Manager) is a server-level control panel that comes bundled with cPanel. It provides a web-based interface for managing the entire server — including creating and managing multiple cPanel accounts, configuring DNS, setting up hosting packages, managing security, and monitoring server resources.
Think of WHM as the "admin dashboard" for your server. If you're a hosting reseller with a WHM VPS, you use WHM to create client accounts. Your clients use cPanel (the account-level panel) to manage their individual websites. Two control panels, two different purposes.
WHM is the industry standard for cPanel-based reseller hosting. Over 50,000+ hosting companies worldwide use WHM to manage their servers. With our WHM VPS plans, you get full root access, cPanel/WHM license (on Professional+ plans), and everything you need to start your hosting business.
WHM vs cPanel — What's the Difference?
Many people confuse WHM with cPanel. They're related but serve completely different purposes.
WHM (WebHost Manager)
Server-level control panel — used by hosting providers, resellers, and server administrators.
- Create & manage cPanel accounts
- Set up hosting packages
- Manage server-wide DNS
- Configure firewall & security
- Monitor server resources
- Manage backups
- Full root access via SSH
- Access URL:
your-server.com:2087
cPanel
Account-level control panel — used by end-users to manage a single website.
- Manage one website
- Create email accounts
- Upload files via File Manager
- Create databases (MySQL)
- Install WordPress (1-click)
- Set up SSL certificates
- View account stats
- Access URL:
your-domain.com:2083
Who Needs WHM?
WHM is designed for anyone who manages multiple websites or client accounts. If you're only running one website, you just need cPanel. But if you fall into any of the categories below, you need WHM:
- Hosting Resellers — Start your own hosting company and sell cPanel accounts to clients
- Web Agencies — Manage 10+ client websites from one server
- Web Hosting Companies — Serve multiple clients with isolated cPanel accounts
- VPS Owners — Get full server control with WHM + cPanel
- Dedicated Server Owners — Complete server management interface
- Freelancers — Offer hosting as an additional service to clients
- Developers — Test multiple websites in isolated environments
Whether you're a freelancer in Mumbai, web agency in Delhi, or hosting company in Bangalore — WHM gives you the tools to manage multiple client accounts professionally.
9 Key WHM Features You Should Know
WHM comes packed with powerful features. Here are the most important ones for resellers.
Create cPanel Accounts
Create unlimited cPanel accounts for your clients. Each account is completely isolated with its own disk space, bandwidth, email, and database limits.
Hosting Packages
Define hosting packages (Starter, Professional, Business) with preset resources. Assign them instantly to new clients — no manual configuration.
DNS Management
Configure custom nameservers (ns1.yourdomain.com), add DNS zones, manage A, MX, CNAME, TXT records for all your client accounts.
Security & Firewall
Set up firewall rules, brute force protection, cPHulk, ModSecurity, 2FA, and IP whitelisting to protect your server and clients.
Backups & Restore
Schedule automated backups — daily, weekly, or monthly. Restore any cPanel account with one click. Store backups locally or on remote storage.
Server Monitoring
Track CPU, RAM, disk, bandwidth, and load average in real time. Set up alerts for high usage. Monitor per-account resource consumption.
Email Management
Set up server-wide email settings, manage email limits, spam filters, DKIM/SPF records, and email deliverability tools.
WHMCS Integration
Integrate WHMCS via API for automatic cPanel account creation, billing, and client management. Fully automated hosting business.
SSL Certificates
Install SSL certificates for the server, manage AutoSSL for all cPanel accounts, configure SSL/TLS protocols and ciphers.
How to Get Started with WHM — 6 Steps
From zero to a working WHM VPS in under 1 hour.
Order WHM VPS
Choose from our 6 WHM VPS plans. Starter (₹2,599) if you have a license, Professional+ (₹5,599) for license included.
Get Root Credentials
Within minutes, you'll receive root access credentials (IP, username, password) via email + WhatsApp.
Login to WHM
Open https://your-server-ip:2087 in your browser. Login with root credentials. This is your WHM dashboard.
Configure Nameservers
Set up custom nameservers (ns1.yourdomain.com). Full tutorial: Manage DNS guide.
Create Hosting Packages
Define hosting packages with different resources. Full guide: Hosting Packages guide.
Start Selling
Connect WHMCS for automation, and start selling hosting. Track stats via Server Monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions — What is WHM
Common questions about WHM answered.
What is WHM and what does it stand for?
WHM stands for WebHost Manager. It's a server-level control panel that comes with cPanel. WHM is used by hosting resellers, web agencies, and server administrators to create and manage multiple cPanel accounts from one dashboard.
What is the difference between WHM and cPanel?
WHM is the server-level control panel used by hosting providers/resellers to manage the entire server. cPanel is the account-level control panel used by end-users to manage one website. WHM creates and manages cPanel accounts. cPanel manages individual websites.
Who needs WHM?
WHM is needed by: hosting resellers, web hosting companies, web agencies managing multiple client websites, VPS/dedicated server owners, and developers who want full server control.
Is WHM free with cPanel?
WHM comes bundled with cPanel licenses. When you buy a cPanel license, you get both WHM and cPanel access. Our WHM VPS Professional+ plans include cPanel/WHM license.
Do I need technical knowledge to use WHM?
Basic technical knowledge helps, but WHM is designed to be user-friendly. Once set up, most tasks are point-and-click. Our team provides free setup assistance with every WHM VPS.
How much does WHM VPS cost in India?
WHM VPS price starts at ₹2,599/month for Starter (license excluded). Professional+ plans with cPanel/WHM license included start at ₹5,599/month. View all 6 plans →
Can I manage multiple servers with WHM?
Yes, but each server needs its own WHM installation. For centralized management, you'd use DNS clustering and cPanel's server management tools.
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WHM (WebHost Manager) is a server-level control panel that comes with cPanel. Used by hosting resellers to manage multiple cPanel accounts from one dashboard.
WHM = server-level (manages multiple accounts). cPanel = account-level (manages one website). WHM creates cPanel accounts.
Hosting resellers, web agencies, VPS owners, dedicated server admins, freelancers offering hosting.
Starts at ₹2,599/month (Starter, license excluded). Professional with license included from ₹5,599/month.
Create cPanel accounts, hosting packages, DNS management, security, backups, monitoring, WHMCS integration.
Open https://your-server-ip:2087 in browser. Login with root credentials.
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