Managing Addon and Parked Domains in cPanel

cPanel is a widely used web hosting control panel that empowers website owners and administrators to manage various aspects of their hosting environment efficiently. One important aspect of managing a web hosting account is handling addon and parked domains. In this comprehensive tutorial, we will walk you through the process of managing addon and parked domains in cPanel, helping you make the most of your hosting resources and domain names.

Why Manage Addon and Parked Domains in cPanel?

Before we delve into the details, it's crucial to understand the significance of managing addon and parked domains in cPanel:

1. Resource Efficiency: Properly managing addon domains allows you to host multiple websites under a single hosting account, optimizing your hosting resources and saving costs.

2. Domain Consolidation: Managing parked domains lets you associate multiple domain names with your primary website, making it easier to manage and promote multiple web addresses.

3. Website Expansion: If you plan to expand your online presence or host multiple websites, managing addon and parked domains is essential for seamless growth.

Step 1: Access cPanel

Log in to your cPanel account using your credentials. You will land on the cPanel dashboard.

Step 2: Locate "Addon Domains" and "Parked Domains"

• In the cPanel dashboard, find the "Addon Domains" and "Parked Domains" icons or links. They are typically located under the "Domains" section.

Step 3: Add an Addon Domain

Adding an Addon Domain:

1. In the "Addon Domains" section, click on "Create an Addon Domain."

2. Enter the new domain name you want to add along with the desired subdirectory (document root) where the website files will be stored.

3. Create an FTP account for the addon domain if needed.

4. Click the "Add Domain" button.

Managing Addon Domains:

• You can view and manage your existing addon domains in the "Addon Domains" section. From here, you can edit or remove addon domains as necessary.

Step 4: Add a Parked Domain

Adding a Parked Domain:

1. In the "Parked Domains" section, click on "Create a New Parked Domain."

2. Enter the domain name you want to park.

3. Click the "Add Domain" button.

Managing Parked Domains:

• You can view and manage your parked domains in the "Parked Domains" section. Here, you can edit or remove parked domains as needed.

Step 5: Configure DNS Settings

Ensure that the DNS settings for your addon and parked domains are correctly configured. You can typically manage DNS settings through your domain registrar's control panel or by using the "Zone Editor" or "DNS Zone Editor" in cPanel.

Step 6: Upload Website Files

For addon domains, upload the website files to the specified document root directory you defined during the addon domain setup.

Conclusion

Effectively managing addon and parked domains in cPanel allows you to make the most of your hosting resources, consolidate domain names, and expand your online presence. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can seamlessly manage and configure additional domains within your hosting account.

Remember that DNS configuration is a crucial aspect of managing domains. Always ensure that your domain names are pointed to the correct DNS servers or IP addresses to ensure proper website functionality. With cPanel's user-friendly interface and domain management tools, you can efficiently handle addon and parked domains, enhancing your hosting experience.

The End! should you have any inquiries, we encourage you to reach out to the Vercaa Support Center without hesitation.