Getting started can feel overwhelming when you are new to this. We offer services to help get you going. Don’t forget we offer free migration services.
The first step when getting started is to create an account and pick a hosting package that fits your need. Don’t worry if you pick wrong you can easily upgrade or downgrade at anytime. All changes are prorated so you will not incur any loss.
You will be asked to enter a domain to attach to your hosting account. If you have a domain registered to a different vendor, enter the domain to be used to get through purchase. Once complete you will see the screen shot shown here.
This is your hosting control center. If you click on services you should be able to see the hosting packaged you purchased listed. Click on this packaged and it will take you to many options to help you navigate and setup you account. This area is for quick access to many great features. Find access to your email and other management tools that will be necessary to control your hosting package.
In this area you can see quick access options. If you click on any of these icons it will push you into cpanel control center where you can make changes or additions. Below you can find more info detailing the features of cpanel. Cpanel is the power house that gives you graphical control of your hosting account without it, all functions would be controlled with text commands. This is time consuming and hard for most people to learn.
Getting Started with cPanel
Welcome to Oleander Host! We’re excited to have you on board. This guide will walk you through the basics of using cPanel, a popular web hosting control panel that simplifies managing your website and server resources.
Step 1: Logging into cPanel
Access Your cPanel Login Page: You should have received an email with your cPanel login details. Open your web browser and navigate to the cPanel login URL provided in the email (typically
http://yourdomain.com/cpanel)Enter Your Credentials: Use the username and password provided in the email to log in.
Dashboard Overview: Once logged in, you’ll see the cPanel dashboard, which is divided into several sections like Files, Databases, Domains, Email, and Metrics.
Step 2: Setting Up Your Email Account
Navigate to the Email Section: Click on the “Email Accounts” icon in the Email section.
Create an Email Account:
- Click the “Create” button.
- Fill in the details such as the email address, domain (if you have multiple), and password.
- Set the storage space for the email account.
- Click “Create” to finalize the setup.
Access Your Email: You can access your email via webmail by clicking the “Check Email” button next to your email account or by configuring an email client (like Outlook or Thunderbird) with the provided settings.
Step 3: Uploading Files to Your Website
Navigate to the Files Section: Click on the “File Manager” icon in the Files section.
Upload Files:
- Select the “public_html” directory, which is your website’s root directory.
- Click the “Upload” button in the top toolbar.
- Choose the files from your computer to upload.
Managing Files: Use the File Manager to create new folders, edit files, and manage your website’s content.
Step 4: Creating a Database
Navigate to the Databases Section: Click on the “MySQL® Databases” icon in the Databases section.
Create a New Database:
- Enter a name for your database in the “New Database” field.
- Click “Create Database”.
Create a Database User:
- Scroll down to the “MySQL Users” section.
- Enter a username and password.
- Click “Create User”.
Assign User to Database:
- Scroll to the “Add User to Database” section.
- Select the user and database from the dropdown menus.
- Click “Add” and assign the necessary privileges.
Step 5: Installing WordPress
Navigate to the Domain Section: Click on the “WP Toolkit” or “WordPress” icon in the Software section.
Install WordPress:
- Click on the “Install Now” button.
- Fill in the installation details, such as the domain, site name, and admin account details.
- Click “Install”.
Access Your WordPress Site: Once installed, you can log in to your WordPress admin panel via
http://yourdomain.com/wp-adminusing the admin credentials you set during installation.
Step 6: Setting Up Domain and Subdomains
Navigate to the Domains Section: Click on the “Domains” or “Subdomains” icon.
Add a New Domain:
- Click “Create a New Domain”.
- Enter the domain name and any additional details.
- Click “Submit”.
Create a Subdomain:
- Click “Create a New Subdomain”.
- Enter the subdomain name and choose the parent domain.
- Click “Create”.
Step 7: Backing Up Your Website
Navigate to the Files Section: Click on the “Backup” or “Backup Wizard” icon.
Create a Backup:
- Follow the on-screen instructions to create a full or partial backup of your website files and databases.
- Download the backup to your local machine for safekeeping.
