Accessing WHM (Web Host Manager) directly from cPanel is not possible as they serve different roles.
- cPanel is designed for website management and is typically used by end-users to manage websites, emails, files, databases, etc.
- WHM is a higher-level administrative tool used by hosting providers or resellers to manage multiple cPanel accounts, server settings, and hosting configurations.
However, if you have WHM access, you can switch between WHM and cPanel depending on your login level (reseller, root, or admin). Below are the common ways to access WHM based on your situation.
How to Access WHM:
1. Via WHM Login URL
If you have WHM access credentials, here’s how to access it:
- Open a browser.
- In the address bar, enter the WHM URL:
- https://yourdomain.com:2087 (replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain or server IP address).
- Enter your root or reseller username and password to log in.
2. Via cPanel Account Dashboard (if available)
Some hosting setups provide a quick link from cPanel to WHM, but this depends on the hosting provider. To check if this is enabled:
- Log in to cPanel:
- Use https://yourdomain.com/cpanel or https://yourdomain.com:2083.
- Look for a WHM Link:
- In the cPanel dashboard, scroll down to the Advanced or Preferences section.
- If your account has reseller or administrator access, you might see an option such as:
- "WHM", or
- "Web Host Manager".
- Clicking this will redirect you to the WHM interface.
3. Switch Between WHM and cPanel
If you are logged into WHM and need to access a specific cPanel account, follow these steps:
- In WHM, navigate to "List Accounts" (usually under Account Information).
- Find the cPanel account you want to access.
- Click the cPanel icon next to the account to log in directly to that cPanel account without needing separate credentials.
Conclusion
Direct access to WHM from cPanel isn't generally possible, but if you have WHM credentials (like a root or reseller account), you can access WHM through its own login URL. Some hosting providers may provide a direct link from cPanel to WHM if you have the necessary permissions.
