If you manage a VPS or Dedicated Server and your cPanel login suddenly offers a theme called Meridian, you are looking at cPanel’s newest interface, not a Jupiter redesign. cPanel Meridian is a goal-based theme introduced in cPanel & WHM version 138. Instead of organizing tools by category the way Jupiter does, Meridian groups every Read More >
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WordPress
While WordPress initially began as a blogging platform, it has grown into one of the most popular Content Management Systems used in creating all types of websites today.
BoldGrid
BoldGrid is a WordPress plugin suite that makes building websites a breeze. With fully generated sites, all you need to do is install it and then customize the content to make it your own!
Laravel
Laravel is a versatile and sophisticated PHP framework designed for building scalable and maintainable web applications with elegant syntax and powerful tools. Discover the power and elegance of Laravel through our step-by-step guides.
Moodle
Moodle is a free open source software for designing educational courses. Moodle is an abbreviation for Modular Object-Oriented Learning Environment. The software is also known as an Online Course Management System or Virtual Learning Environment.
Joomla
Joomla is an open-source content management system (CMS) for creating and managing websites, known for its flexibility and extensibility. Learn more about Joomla in our education channel!
Drupal
Create a powerhouse website with the help of the Drupal Content Management System. Make it even better with the large list of add-on modules. Conquer the competition by learning about Drupal here.
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WooCommerce
WooCommerce is the official WordPress eCommerce system. It brings you the ease and simplicity of WordPress with powerful eCommerce features.
PrestaShop
PrestaShop is the most reliable and flexible open source eCommerce software. Built with a responsive interface per input from experienced designers and eCommerce business, the software is used by over 200,000 merchants online.
OpenCart
Looking for a complete guide for setting up an online store? Our OpenCart tutorials cover everything you need to know to get an online store up and running.
Magento
Magento is one of the most successful eCommerce systems in recent years. It has many powerful features and is very integrated compared to some other ecommerce systems. It is very popular with larger companies and many shops graduate to Magento after starting on more simple systems. Visit our Magento Hosting if you are not a current customer.
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cPanel
cPanel is your tool for managing your hosting account. From creating email address to configuring database, cPanel’s tools will help get the job done.
WP-CLI
WP-CLI (WordPress Command Line Interface) is the a powerful tool built to allow the management of your WordPress sites through the Command Line Interface (CLI). Typically utilized by advanced users, our comprehensive guides can help anyone familiarize themselves with using this efficient tool to manage WordPress.
WebHost Manager
WHM is a tool only available to VPS Hosting and Dedicated Hosting users that allows you to, in essence, manage your server as your own web host.
EasyApache
EasyApache is the PHP and Apache configuration software built by cPanel. EasyApache can be complex but simple to use to control your PHP and Apache environments.
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Everything Email
From basic setup to how to get the most out of your email, we’ll get you off to a good start with your new email accounts.
How to Switch to the cPanel Meridian Theme (and Back to Jupiter)
You logged in to cPanel and noticed a different layout, or you heard cPanel has a new interface and want to try it. The cPanel Meridian theme is entirely opt-in: you turn it on from your own account, and you can switch back to Jupiter whenever you want. By the end of this guide, you Read More >
How to Add cPanel Users with Manage Team
You need a developer, virtual assistant, or contractor to work inside your cPanel account, but you do not want to hand over your main password. cPanel Manage Team solves this: it creates a separate login, called a team user, that works inside your account with only the access you choose. By the end of this Read More >
How to Install Docker on AlmaLinux 9 and Ubuntu 24.04
Docker publishes its own package repositories, and installing from them gets you the current release of Docker Engine and keeps it updated from the same source. This guide shows you how to install Docker on AlmaLinux 9 and Ubuntu 24.04. You end up with Docker Engine, the Docker command-line interface (CLI), and Docker Compose in Read More >
How to Purchase and Install TuxCare PHP Extended Lifecycle Support (ELS)
Note: TuxCare PHP Extended Lifecycle Support launches for InMotion Hosting cPanel VPS and Dedicated Server plans on August 18, 2026. If you do not yet see the add-on in AMP Marketplace or the purchase banner in WHM, check back on launch day. The steps below apply as soon as the add-on is available on your Read More >
Clean Up WordPress Comment Spam with phpMyAdmin
Bulk-deleting spam from the WordPress Comments screen fails once you are dealing with tens of thousands of rows. This guide covers the SQL approach: which queries to run, how to find spam the filter missed, and the two cleanup steps most tutorials leave out. The fastest cleanup is one query: That clears everything Akismet or Read More >
How to Reset the WordPress .htaccess File
The .htaccess file is a critical Apache configuration file that controls how your WordPress site handles URLs, redirects, and page loading. WordPress relies on a specific default .htaccess configuration to function correctly. However, themes and plugins frequently modify this file, which can introduce conflicts, PHP errors, or unexpected site behavior. Resetting the WordPress .htaccess file Read More >
cPanel License Pricing Explained for Every Hosting Plan
cPanel licenses are priced by the number of cPanel accounts on your server, not by the server itself. This article explains what that means for your bill, which InMotion Hosting plans include cPanel at no extra cost, what VPS and Dedicated Server customers pay at each account tier, and how to keep your license cost Read More >
Reset DNS for Domain to cPanel Defaults
If your domain’s Domain Name System (DNS) zone has accumulated duplicate or broken entries, you can reset the DNS zone to cPanel defaults in a few clicks using Zone Editor. This guide walks you through the reset so your domain resolves correctly again. Warning: Resetting the DNS zone erases the custom changes you made to Read More >
How to Add a TXT DNS Record in cPanel
A TXT record lets an external service verify that you own your domain or configure policies like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC for email. To add a TXT DNS record in cPanel, you use the Zone Editor tool, which gives you direct access to your domain’s Domain Name System (DNS) zone file. Note: DNS changes can Read More >
How to Fix Zone Editor Errors in cPanel and WHM
A Zone Editor error in cPanel or WHM almost always points to a Time to Live (TTL) mismatch: one DNS record has a different TTL value than the rest of your zone. Correcting that one record clears both the cPanel API failure: Zone is invalid error and the WHM Zone Manager Error ID: t85tzu. TTL Read More >
How to Install the cPanel Cache Manager
If your InMotion VPS or Dedicated server runs the UltraStack PHP-optimized stack, you can install the cPanel Cache Manager to give each account holder a control interface for managing NGINX caching layers directly inside cPanel. Once installed, accounts can purge the cache, enable developer mode, and set the default cache refresh time. Prerequisites Step 1: Read More >
WordPress 7.0 Armstrong Released: What’s New
WordPress 7.0 “Armstrong” was released on May 20, 2026, bringing AI integration into the core, a modernized admin dashboard, new blocks, and an expanded developer toolbox. More than 875 contributors built this release, including over 200 first-timers. Note: For the rescheduled launch timeline and descriptions of the beta and release candidate phases, see our earlier Read More >
Fix CWP Spamhaus Email Blocking Caused by Open Resolver Error
CWP Spamhaus email blocking occurs when Spamhaus returns an open resolver error instead of a block list result, causing Postfix to reject all incoming mail. Control Web Panel (CWP) configures Postfix to query zen.spamhaus.org without authentication by default, and Spamhaus no longer supports unauthenticated DNS-based Block List (DNSBL) queries. Three solutions restore incoming mail: disable Read More >
WordPress 7.0 Releases May 20, 2026: What’s New
WordPress 7.0 is scheduled to be released on May 20, 2026, following a rescheduled launch from the original April 9 target date. The WordPress core team pushed the date back to allow time for additional architectural improvements focused on stability and performance. The final release will bring real-time co-editing, new blocks, a Web Client AI Read More >
How to Enable SSH (Shell Access) Through WHM
Shell access (SSH) is typically enabled by default on VPS and dedicated servers, but it can be disabled per account or package. On shared hosting, providers often disable it by default for security reasons and may require a support ticket to enable it. If you receive an error like “Shell access is not enabled on Read More >
How to Check Laravel Version (Including Laravel 13) in 2026
Laravel is one of the most popular PHP frameworks, valued for its elegant syntax and powerful features. Knowing your exact Laravel version is essential for package compatibility, security updates, bug fixes, and planning upgrades — especially with Laravel 13 (released March 17, 2026) now available. This guide covers the most reliable methods to check your Read More >
How to Self-Host n8n with Docker on VPS
Want to automate workflows with n8n without cloud costs? Discover how to self-host n8n using Docker on InMotion Hosting’s VPS plans. This guide walks you through setup, security, and troubleshooting, empowering you to build everything from MVPs to mission-critical automation with full control.
How to Publish Your Lovable Created React WebApp to UltraStack ONE for React
InMotion Hosting’s UltraStack ONE for React provides a streamlined path for deploying React applications built with AI-powered development tools like Lovable. This guide will walk you through the complete process of connecting your Lovable project to GitHub and deploying it to your UltraStack ONE for React VPS. Before You Get Started (Prerequisites and Considerations) Before Read More >
Publish Your Lovable Created React WebApp to InMotion Hosting Shared Hosting via GitHub
You’ve built an incredible React web app using Lovable’s AI-powered development platform, and now you’re ready to deploy it to your InMotion Hosting shared hosting . This comprehensive guide walks you through the entire process of connecting Lovable to GitHub and deploying your application to any cPanel-based InMotion Hosting server environment using Git version control. Read More >