Curious what DirectAdmin is and what it can do for you? You've come to the right place. Here we explain what this control panel is, what you can do with it and how you log in to it at Site.eu.
What is the DirectAdmin control panel?
DirectAdmin is one of the most popular web hosting control panels. Many hosting providers use it. It runs under a license from a company called JBMC Software.
You use DirectAdmin in your browser. Think of it as the dashboard of your web hosting: everything you need to run your website is within reach. You don't have to be a server expert.
With DirectAdmin you can, for example:
- manage your website files with the file manager
- create and manage MySQL databases
- install software like WordPress with Softaculous
- secure your website with an SSL certificate
- make backups and set up cron jobs
- see usage statistics, such as how much bandwidth you use
DirectAdmin is available in several languages. The screens are clear and logical, so you quickly find your way. That makes it a good tool for beginners and for advanced users.
The DirectAdmin web hosting control panel is a powerful tool for anyone who wants to manage and maintain a website.
Four benefits of DirectAdmin
- Simple to use. Even without technical knowledge, you'll find your way around. Everything is organized and logical.
- Lots of options. Install WordPress, add SSL security or manage your files with the file manager. DirectAdmin has it all.
- Automatic updates. Softaculous, which is built into DirectAdmin, can keep your software up to date automatically. So you always have the latest versions.
- Good documentation. Need help? DirectAdmin's own documentation has answers to common questions and step-by-step instructions.
If you're looking for a way to manage your website without too much effort, DirectAdmin is definitely a good option.
DirectAdmin at Site.eu
At Site.eu, web hosting comes with a plan. A domain name on its own doesn't include web hosting. Compare our web hosting plans.
When you turn on web hosting for your plan, we set up DirectAdmin for you. It's the control panel of all our web hosting. You don't have to install anything.
Good to know: at Site.eu, DirectAdmin is only for your website. Email runs on our own mail servers. You create email addresses in your dashboard, not in DirectAdmin. Read why email isn't in DirectAdmin.
Log in to DirectAdmin
Step 1: Log in to your dashboard, click your plan in the list on the left and open the Web hosting tab.
Step 2: Click Log in automatically. DirectAdmin opens in a new tab, and you're logged in right away. You don't need to create an account: we make your login for you.
The same tab shows your web hosting details, like your username and the address of your DirectAdmin. There you can also set a new password. You need it for FTP, for example. Read how to connect with FTP.
Moving your website to DirectAdmin
Is your website still with another provider? Then you have two options:
- Let us do it. With a Plus plan or higher, we move your website for free. Read how our free website transfer service works.
- Do it yourself. Make a backup of your website and databases at your old provider. Upload it to your new web hosting with FTP or SFTP, and restore it. Our guide on transferring your website yourself shows every step, without downtime.
Done? Then check that everything works: your pages, your forms and your databases.
Questions about DirectAdmin? Contact us by WhatsApp, Telegram or email. We're happy to help.
