{"id":3326,"date":"2025-06-25T07:19:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T07:19:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/?p=3326"},"modified":"2026-04-08T12:46:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T12:46:04","slug":"best-ways-to-secure-cpanel-from-hacking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/453\/how-to-secure-cpanel.html","title":{"rendered":"Best Ways to Secure cPanel From Hacking"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.blg-advrt-main {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 1000px;   \/* increase overall box width *\/\n    margin: 30px auto;   \/* center it nicely *\/\n}\n\n.blg-prm-bx {\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    justify-content: space-between;\n    gap: 40px;           \/* more spacing between image & text *\/\n    padding: 30px 40px;  \/* increase inner space *\/\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    box-shadow: 0 6px 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n}\n\n\/* Image *\/\n.blg-prm-bx img {\n    max-width: 320px;   \/* bigger image *\/\n    height: auto;\n}\n\n\/* Content area *\/\n.blg-prm-bx .content {\n    max-width: 550px;\n}\n\n\/* Heading *\/\n.blg-prm-bx h2 {\n    font-size: 26px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n}\n\n\/* Paragraph *\/\n.blg-prm-bx p {\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n}\n\n\/* Button *\/\n.blg-prm-bx a {\n    display: inline-block;\n    margin-top: 15px;\n    padding: 12px 22px;\n    font-size: 15px;\n    border-radius: 6px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<p>If you have a cPanel to manage things, in that case, your cPanel is like the control room of your website. If the hackers get access to it, they can mess with your files, emails, databases, basically, everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why securing your cPanel is crucial!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Securing cPanel isn\u2019t rocket science. You can take simple, smart steps to secure your system and keep hackers out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we will walk you through 11 simple yet powerful steps to secure your cPanel account, step by step, with clear explanations and beginner-friendly language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/381\/How-to-Access-the-cPanel-Database-Remotely.html\"><strong>How to Access the cPanel Database Remotely?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"hsg-featured-snippet blg-hsg-featured\">\n<div class=\"hsg-featured-snippet__wrapper\">\n<h2><strong>Tips to Secure cPanel From Hacking<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"hsg-featured-snippet__wrapper--content\" data-type=\"ordered_list\">\n<ul class=\"ol_list_box\">\n<li><a href=\"#tip1\">Use a Strong, Unique Password in cPanel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip2\">Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip3\">Set Correct File and Directory Permissions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip4\">Remove Unused Applications and Files<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip5\">Keep Your CMS Up to Date<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip6\">Monitor Access Logs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip7\">Scan for Malware<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip8\">Disable Directory Indexing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip9\">Restrict FTP and SSH Access<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip10\">Take a Backup Regularly or Occasionally<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tip11\">Always Use SSL (HTTPS)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip1\"><strong>1. Use a Strong, Unique Password in cPanel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest, \u2018Admin@123\u2019 or \u2018yourname123\u2019 isn\u2019t fooling anyone, especially not hackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To secure your cPanel, you need a super strong password! It is the key to your entire website, and you don\u2019t want that key to be lying around in plain sight. Hackers use tools that can guess weak passwords in seconds. So if your password is anything close to easy, you\u2019re handing them the keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to choose a strong password that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uppercase + lowercase letters (A\u2013Z, a\u2013z)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Numbers (0\u20139)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special characters (!, @, $, etc).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table note-box-container\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout note-box\"><tbody><tr><td>\u2605 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Use a password manager like LastPass or Bitwarden to generate and store a solid password you don\u2019t have to memorize.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/318\/How-to-Change-Your-Password-in-cPanel.html\"><strong>How to Change Your Password in cPanel?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip2\">2. <strong>Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope that you took the first step by keeping your Password strong to keep your cPanel secure, as mentioned above.&nbsp;Now, your strong password is the main lock on your door. But what if someone manages to get a copy of the key? That\u2019s where the second lock comes in: <strong>Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In simple words: <\/strong>\u2018Even if you know my password, you still need a special code from my phone to get in!\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to set it up <strong>(Super easy steps!)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Log in to your cPanel.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"405\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cpanel-login-1.png\" alt=\"cpanel login\" class=\"wp-image-3328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cpanel-login-1.png 405w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cpanel-login-1-300x284.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 405px) 100vw, 405px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You have to scroll down to the <strong>\u2018Security\u2019<\/strong> section and click <strong>\u2018Two-Factor Authentiction.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/two-factor-authentication.png\" alt=\"two factor authentication\" class=\"wp-image-3329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/two-factor-authentication.png 715w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/two-factor-authentication-300x110.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 There, you need to click on<strong> \u2018Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"123\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/set-up-two-factor-authentication.png\" alt=\"set up two factor authentication\" class=\"wp-image-3330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/set-up-two-factor-authentication.png 468w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/set-up-two-factor-authentication-300x79.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Scan the QR code using your phone\u2019s <strong>Google Authenticator<\/strong> or <strong>Authy<\/strong> app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Enter the 6-digit code the app gives you, and done!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"321\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/security-code.png\" alt=\"Security code for Two-Factor Authentication\" class=\"wp-image-3331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/security-code.png 321w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/security-code-300x77.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 321px) 100vw, 321px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now, every time you log in, you will require:<br>\u2794 Your password<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 A unique code from your phone<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, even if someone guesses your password, they can\u2019t log in without your phone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/374\/How-to-Change-MySQL-Database-User-Password-From-cPanel.html\"><strong>How to Change MySQL Database User Password From cPanel?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip3\">3. <strong>Set Correct File and Directory Permissions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your website files and folders are like rooms in your house. In a house, you would not leave all your doors and windows wide open, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This same goes for your files as well! If the permissions are too loose, anyone (including hackers) can walk right in and mess things up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By setting up correct permissions, you can secure your cPanel from hacking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a2 <strong>What Are the Safe Permission Numbers?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 <strong>Files \u2192 Set to 644 <\/strong>\u2013 Only you can edit, others can only view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 <strong>Folders \u2192 Set to 755<\/strong> \u2013 You can open and manage them; others can only view the contents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Set up Directory Permissions in cPanel:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794Log in to your cPanel and open <strong>\u2018File Manager\u2019 <\/strong>under the <strong>\u2018Files\u2019 <\/strong>section.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"707\" height=\"312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/file-manager.png\" alt=\"file manager\" class=\"wp-image-3332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/file-manager.png 707w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/file-manager-300x132.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You have to right-click on any file or folder &amp; click <strong>\u2018Change Permissions.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"188\" height=\"269\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/change-permissions.png\" alt=\"change permissions\" class=\"wp-image-3333\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You need to use the checkboxes or set the number manually <strong>(644 for files, 755 for folders)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"475\" height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/permissions-setting.png\" alt=\"permissions setting\" class=\"wp-image-3334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/permissions-setting.png 475w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/permissions-setting-300x128.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Once it sets, click <strong>\u2018Change Permissions.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"188\" height=\"43\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/change-permissions-setting.png\" alt=\"change permissions setting\" class=\"wp-image-3335\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/345\/How-to-Increase-the-PHP-Memory-Limit-in-cPanel.html\"><strong>How to Increase the PHP Memory Limit in cPanel?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip4\"><strong>4. Remove Unused Applications and Files<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes you install a theme to try it out, or a backup from last year that you thought you might need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If that is not required now, those need to go to secure your cPanel!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is because hackers often target outdated systems. They usually have security holes that are easy to exploit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can remove unused applications &amp; files:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Log in to cPanel and open the <strong>\u2018File Manager.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"707\" height=\"312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/file-manager-1.png\" alt=\"file manager\" class=\"wp-image-3336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/file-manager-1.png 707w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/file-manager-1-300x132.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Browse through your folders, especially <strong>\u2018public_html\u2019<\/strong> and <strong>\u2018tmp.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"176\" height=\"187\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tmp-folder.png\" alt=\"tmp folder\" class=\"wp-image-3337\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Delete anything you don\u2019t need, such as old themes, plugins, test files, or backups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To delete any Apps, you need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Go to <strong>\u2018Softaculous Apps Installer\u2019 <\/strong>in cPanel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You have to check if any apps are installed but not in use, and remove them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip5\">5. <strong>Keep Your CMS Up to Date<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to remember that an updated website is a happy (and secure) website!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are using WordPress, Joomla, or any other CMS, you need to think of it like your smartphone. Just like you receive regular updates to fix bugs and improve security, your CMS also needs updates to keep your cPanel secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why does it matter?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hackers love outdated websites because old versions often have known vulnerabilities or security loopholes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What should you do?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"list-style: ' \\2794';\">\n\n<li>&nbsp;Log in to your WordPress dashboard (or whichever CMS you use).<\/li>\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;In the Dashboard, go to Updates.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Hit <strong>\u2018Update Now\u2019<\/strong> for WordPress, themes, and plugins.<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t need any themes or plugins, you have to delete them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table note-box-container\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout note-box\"><tbody><tr><td>\u2605 <strong>Bonus Tip:<\/strong> Turn on auto-updates so you don\u2019t miss any future security patches.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/361\/How-to-Reset-A-WordPress-From-cPanel.html\"><strong>How to Reset A WordPress From cPanel?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip6\">6. <strong>Monitor Access Logs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important step to securing your cPanel is to access the logs. It helps you track all activity on your website. They show who accessed your site, the time of access, the pages visited, and any errors that occurred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is essential to regularly monitor these logs to identify unusual or unauthorized access attempts and detect any suspicious activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How you can monitor access logs in cPanel:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Scroll to the <strong>\u2018Metrics\u2019<\/strong> section in cPanel.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"677\" height=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/metrics-section.png\" alt=\"metrics sec tion\" class=\"wp-image-3338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/metrics-section.png 677w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/metrics-section-300x135.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 677px) 100vw, 677px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 In that, you need to click on <strong>\u2018Raw Access.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"298\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/saelect-row-access.png\" alt=\"saelect row access\" class=\"wp-image-3339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/saelect-row-access.png 681w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/saelect-row-access-300x131.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 From there, you can download the log file to your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By opening the file, you can review details like IP addresses, timestamps, and accessed URLs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have to regularly review these logs to identify potential threats early and take necessary actions, such as updating passwords or blocking suspicious IP addresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/309\/How-to-View-the-Error-Log-in-cPanel.html\"><strong>How to View the Error Log in cPanel<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip7\">7. <strong>Scan for Malware<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know how Malware can be harmful to your website. It secretly enters your website and causes problems such as disrupting the site&#8217;s operation, stealing data, or even getting your site blacklisted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s required to scan your cPanel account regularly to check if there is anything suspicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Scan?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can utilize the ImunifyAV for scanning your files over cPanel. It will review all the files &amp; report if it finds anything suspicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/346\/How-to-Enable-or-Disable-PHP-Error-Logging-in-cPanel.html\"><strong>How to Enable or Disable PHP Error Logging in cPanel?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip8\">8. <strong>Disable Directory Indexing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you know that directory indexing lets people view a list of files in your website folders if there\u2019s no index file present?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can expose your sensitive files and make your site fully vulnerable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How can you Disable Directory Indexing in cPanel?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Open <strong>\u2018File Manager\u2019<\/strong> in cPanel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You have to click <strong>\u2018Settings\u2019<\/strong> (top-right).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"531\" height=\"56\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/select-settings.png\" alt=\"select settings\" class=\"wp-image-3340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/select-settings.png 531w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/select-settings-300x32.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 531px) 100vw, 531px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 There, you have to enable <strong>\u2018Show Hidden Files.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"481\" height=\"223\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/enable-show-hidden-files.png\" alt=\"enable show hidden files\" class=\"wp-image-3341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/enable-show-hidden-files.png 481w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/enable-show-hidden-files-300x139.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 481px) 100vw, 481px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You need to open the <strong>.htaccess <\/strong>file in your website\u2019s root folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add this line at the end:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"kb_firewall\"><strong>Options -Indexes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 After adding, just click <strong>\u2018Save.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once done, visitors will no longer see a file list when accessing a folder directly. They will see a <strong>\u2018403 Forbidden\u2019<\/strong> error. It\u2019s a simple but important step to keep your files hidden and secure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/253\/how-to-find-the-missing-htaccess-file.html\"><strong>How to Find the Missing htaccess File?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip9\">9. <strong>Restrict FTP and SSH Access<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>FTP (File Transfer Protocol) and SSH (Secure Shell) are powerful tools that allow direct access to your website\u2019s files and server. It is essential to keep it restricted, as leaving it unrestricted can create an easy entry point for hackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other Reasons for Restricting FTP and SSH Access?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"list-style: ' \\2794';\">\n\n<li>&nbsp;These services provide access to core files and configurations.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Unrestricted access increases the risk of brute-force attacks or unauthorized intrusions.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Not all users need full or any access. Limiting it reduces potential attack surfaces.<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what you can do to secure your cPanel website:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a2 Create separate FTP accounts for your team instead of sharing a single account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Once done, visitors will no longer see a file list when accessing a folder directly. They will see a <strong>\u2018403 Forbidden\u2019<\/strong> error. It\u2019s a simple but important step to keep your files hidden and secure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a2 Disable SSH access unless you really need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 SSH gives full control over your server, so if you don\u2019t know what it does, you probably don\u2019t need it. You can usually disable it from your hosting panel or ask your hosting provider to do it for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table note-box-container\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout note-box\"><tbody><tr><td>\u2605 <strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>Always use SFTP instead of regular FTP\u2014it\u2019s the secure version and encrypts your data during file transfers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/226\/What-is-FTP-and-How-to-Create-an-FTP-Account-In-cPanel.html\"><strong>What is FTP &amp; How to Create an FTP Account In cPanel?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip10\">10. <strong>Take a Backup Regularly or Occasionally<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Backups are your insurance! No matter how secure your site is, things can go wrong; maybe due to a mistake, update error, or unexpected issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a backup means you can restore everything to its original state, without stress or panic. So, make it a habit to take backups regularly and stay worry-free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Take a Backup in cPanel:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 In cPanel, go to <strong>\u2018Files\u2019<\/strong> &amp; click on <strong>\u2018Backup.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/click-on-backup.png\" alt=\"click on backup\" class=\"wp-image-3342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/click-on-backup.png 690w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/click-on-backup-300x136.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794 There, you have to<strong> <\/strong>click <strong>\u2018Download a Full Account Backup\u2019<\/strong> or <strong>\u2018Partial Backup.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/download-backup.webp\" alt=\"download backup\" class=\"wp-image-3903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/download-backup.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/download-backup-300x123.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/download-backup-768x314.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>For backup, you can also use tools like JetBackup (if available) for scheduled backups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/75\/how-to-backup-your-mysql-database-with-phpmyadmin.html\"><strong>Backup &amp; Restore MySQL Database with PhpMyAdmin via cPanel<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tip11\">11. <strong>Always Use SSL (HTTPS)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You have to think of SSL as a safety shield for your website. It locks the connection between your website and your visitors, so no one can snoop around or steal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can enable SSL easily from your cPanel using AutoSSL or get it from your hosting provider. Once it\u2019s active, make sure your site always loads with HTTPS instead of just HTTP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Completely simple and secure!<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"blg-advrt-main blg-prm-bx\">\n        <div class=\"row\" style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-evenly; align-items: center;\">\n            <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                <div class=\"blg-advrt-first blg-advrt-right\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/assets\/images\/Knowledgebase\/Linux-hosting.png\" alt=\"Linux-hosting\" \/>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                <div class=\"blg-advrt-first blg-advrt-left\">\n                    <div class=\"blg_advrt_cnt\">\n                        Security Starts at the Server Level                    <\/div>\n                    <p>\n                        Host your website on our robust Linux infrastructure and stay protected with smart configurations                    <\/p>\n                    <div class=\"blg-advrt-first-btn affl-blg-btn\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/hosting\/linux-hosting\">\n                            Get Linux Web Hosting                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Securing your cPanel is not a one-time task, but a continuous process. 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