You can create your CGI scripts and store them in your cgi-bin, and then run or access these scripts through your browser by calling them through their URL. These scripts usually have the .pl or .py file extensions (from the Perl and Python programming languages). Please make sure to set […]
What Does CGI Do and Why Does It Matter?
Technically, CGI improves the visualization of your website. This is especially useful for e-commerce websites. CGI provides visitors with great visual content to help them understand what the product is and ultimately become one of your customers. CGI is used extensively nowadays for marketing, virtual reality, architecture, and even artistic […]
What is cgi-bin?
In the most basic of terms, CGI or Common Gateway Interface is the process for scripts to communicate with your hosting server. The folder for CGI scripts is what we call the cgi-bin. It is created in the directory root of your website and where your scripts are permitted to […]
How to Upload to an Addon or Subdomain
An addon domain is a secondary domain hosted on a cPanel account. Addon domains typically have their particular website. A subdomain is a second website with its unique content, but there is no new domain name. Instead, you use an existing domain name and change the www to another name. Option 1 […]
How to Disable Anonymous FTP
Anonymous FTP is disabled by default for the security of your account. We do not recommend using anonymous FTP because it allows any person to access FTP without identifying themselves, it is a security risk. To disable anonymous FTP: Log in to cPanel. In the Files section, click the Anonymous FTP icon. Under Anonymous FTP Controls, uncheck […]
How to Remove a Parked Domain
Removing a parked domain is just as easy as adding one. To remove an alias domain from your account: Log in to cPanel. In the Domains section, click the Aliases icon. Under Remove Alias Domains, find the domain you wish to remove. In the Actions column for that domain, click Remove. And just like that, the domain is no […]
How to Park a Domain
Domains must be registered with a valid registrar before they can be set as an alias. Also, a domain will not be functional unless configured to point to the same name servers as your primary domain. To park a domain on your account: Log in to cPanel. In the Domains section, click the Aliases icon. Under Create a New Alias […]
Difference Between Addon and Parked Domains
Another type of domain you can add to your cPanel is an Addon domain. Unlike a parked domain, an addon domain can display an entirely different site than your primary domain. If you have a Shared Hatchling plan, you can only have a primary domain. You cannot add any Addon or […]
How To Associate Files or Folders To Installation With Softaculous
Softaculous allows you to select additional files or folders and associate them with your script install. This list will be used to back up the files or folders and clone functions. Log in to cPanel. Look for the Software section, then click on Softaculous Apps Installer. Click the Installation box located on the dashboard. Alternatively, you […]
I Accidentally Deleted the public_html or www Folder
If you delete the www folder, your site should still load properly. If you delete the public_html folder, you will need to restore a backup before the deletion occurs.