Welcome to your new web hosting journey! If you've chosen a plan with us, powered by NameHero's robust reseller hosting solutions, you're in good hands. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to get your web hosting account up and running.
Step 1: Access Your Control Panel
After signing up, you'll receive a welcome email from us with your control panel (cPanel) login details. The cPanel is where you'll manage your website's hosting features.
How to Log In: Visit the cPanel URL provided in your welcome email and enter your username and password.
Step 2: Setting Up Your Domain
Before you can launch your site, you need to connect your domain to your hosting account.
If You Bought Your Domain from Us: It should automatically be connected to your hosting.
If Your Domain Is Registered Elsewhere: Update your domain's DNS settings to point to our NameHero servers. You can find the required DNS settings in your welcome email.
Step 3: Install a Website Builder or CMS
Most websites today are built on a Content Management System (CMS) like WordPress, which allows you to manage your site's content without needing to code.
Using Softaculous in cPanel: Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer in your cPanel, select your desired CMS (e.g., WordPress), and follow the on-screen instructions to install.
Step 4: Customize Your Website
With your CMS installed, you can start customizing your website. This involves choosing a theme, adding pages, and posting content.
Accessing Your CMS Dashboard: Log in to your CMS (e.g., WordPress dashboard) using the credentials you created during installation.
Themes and Plugins: Explore free and premium themes to find the perfect look for your site. Install plugins to add functionality like contact forms, SEO tools, and more.
Step 5: Create Email Accounts
Your hosting account includes the ability to create custom email addresses (@yourdomain.com), adding a professional touch to your correspondence.
Setting Up Email: In cPanel, look for the 'Email Accounts' section. Create a new email account by choosing an email name, password, and mailbox quota.
Step 6: Publish Your Website
Once your site looks good and functions well, it's time to publish it.
Review Your Site: Double-check all links, pages, and functionalities to ensure everything works as expected.
Go Live: If you're satisfied with how everything looks, your site is ready to be published!
Step 7: Monitor and Maintain Your Website
After your website goes live, it's crucial to keep it updated and secure.
Regular Updates: Regularly update your CMS, themes, and plugins to their latest versions.
Backups: Utilize cPanel's backup features to keep regular backups of your website.
