Why choose the HestiaCP control panel

HestiaCP is a free website hosting control panel that runs on Linux operating systems. HestiaCP is free and open source software that allows you to quickly set up and manage your virtual server.

What is the specialty of the control panel

It provides many features such as support for many domain names, web directories, MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, email, Nginx web server and more. HestiaCP also has a built-in automatic backup system that allows you to save a copy of your server data on a remote machine.

HestiaCP is easy to install on most Linux distributions and has a simple and straightforward user interface that makes it easy to set up the server without having to learn complex Linux commands and settings. It also has a proprietary update system that ensures the security and stability of the server with minimal user involvement. If you are looking for a simple yet powerful solution to manage your web hosting on Linux, then HestiaCP can be a great choice.

HestiaCP Control Panel Interface

HestiaCP's interface is very simple and intuitive. It has an attractive design and allows you to manage your virtual server quickly and easily. In the left column there is a navigation menu that includes the main categories of functions such as Account, Mail, Site, Database, DNS, SSL, etc. Each category implies a corresponding set of tools you need to manage your server.

Once you have selected the desired category, you will see the corresponding window in the center of the screen where you can add or remove items, change settings, etc. On the top toolbar, you will find functions to add a new account, database, domain, mailbox, etc. You can also view the list of installed applications available in HestiaCP and install new ones including WordPress, Joomla and others.

HestiaCP offers many customization options that allow you to customize your web server to your specific needs. This can include changing DNS settings, backing up data, configuring SSL certificates, etc. Overall, HestiaCP's interface is very practical and intuitive, making it a great choice for those looking for a simple and easy-to-use web hosting management solution.

How to install SSL on HestiaCP

HestiaCP provides several ways to install an SSL certificate on your website. One of the easiest ways is to use Let's Encrypt, a free service that can issue SSL certificates for your domain. To do this, follow the steps below:

1. In HestiaCP, from the Settings menu, select "SSL Certificates" and click the "Add New Certificate" button.
2. Fill out the certificate setup form with your domain and email, and select "Let's Encrypt" as the certificate source.
3. Click the "Create" button and wait for the certificate issuance process to complete.

If you are using a commercial certificate, you can download your SSL certificate and private key issued by the certification authority in PEM or CRT format, respectively.

1. In HestiaCP, from the Settings menu, select "SSL Certificates" and click the "Add New Certificate" button.
2. Enter your domain information and upload your SSL certificate and private key in PEM or CRT formats, respectively.
3. Click the "Create" button and wait for the SSL certificate installation process to complete.

After installing the SSL certificate in HestiaCP, you need to configure your web server to use SSL.