--- title: "Migrating Accounts from cPanel to CWP" description: "Migrating from cPanel to Control Web Panel (CWP) can offer numerous benefits, including cost savings and enhanced server management capabilities. This guide will provide a comprehensive step-by-step..." url: https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/control-web-panel/cwp-admin/user-and-account-management/migrating-accounts-from-cpanel-to-cwp/ date: 2024-07-09 modified: 2024-07-17 author: "Derrell" image: https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cpanel-cwp-migration.png categories: ["User and Account Management"] type: post lang: en --- # Migrating Accounts from cPanel to CWP ![Migrating Accounts from cPanel to CWP](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cpanel-cwp-migration-1024x538.png) Migrating from cPanel to Control Web Panel (CWP) can offer numerous benefits, including cost savings and enhanced server management capabilities. This guide will provide a comprehensive step-by-step process to ensure a smooth migration from cPanel to CWP. - [Prerequisites](#prerequisites) - [Step-by-Step Migration Guide](#steps) - [Troubleshooting Common Issues](#troubleshooting) - [Post-Migration Best Practices](#post) ## Prerequisites Before beginning the migration process, ensure that you have the following: - [Root access](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/amp/obtain-root-access/) to both cPanel and CWP servers - A [complete backup](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/website/backup-and-restore/backup-manager-whm-vps-dedicated/) of all data on the cPanel server - CWP installed on the new destination server ## Step-by-Step Migration Guide ### Step 1: Allow Server IPs Through Firewall #### Allow Destination CWP Server’s IP in cPanel Server’s Firewall 1. **Log into WHM as Root**. 2. Navigate to **Plugins **-> **ConfigServer Security & Firewall**. ![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/plugins-csf.png) 3. Scroll down to the **csf- Quick Actions** section and locate the **Quick Allow** section.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/csf-quick-actions.png) 4. Type the destination CWP server’s IP in the green Allow IP address input box. 5. Click **Quick Allow**. #### Allow cPanel Server’s IP in CWP Server’s Firewall 1. **Log into CWP Admin as Root**. 2. Navigate to **Security** -> **CSF Firewall**.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cwp-csf.png) 3. Type the cPanel server’s IP in the green Allow IP input box.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/csf-page.png) 4. Click **Quick Allow**. ### Step 2: Create Connection #### Generate API Token in WHM 1. **Log into WHM as Root** if you are not already logged in. 2. Navigate to **Development** -> **Manage API Tokens**.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/api-button.png) 3. Click on **Generate Token**.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/generate-token.png) 4. Name your token and set Privileges to **Everything**.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/root-api.png) 5. **Click Save** and copy the generated token. #### Create Connection in CWP 1. **Log in to your CWP Admin Panel**. 2. Navigate to **User Accounts** -> **cPanel->CWP Migration**.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cwp-migration-button.png) 3. Enter the remote cPanel server’s IP address, username (root), root password, SSH port, and API token you previously copied. ![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/migrate-all-cpanel.png) 4. **Click Test & Save** to save the connection details. ### Step 3: Select Accounts to Migrate #### View Remote Server Details 1. In CWP, click on the configured remote server from the Remote Server List.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/step_dos.png) 2. View the available packages and accounts on the cPanel server.![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/step_four.png) #### Choose Accounts for Migration 1. Check the boxes next to the accounts and packages you wish to migrate. 2. Review the selected accounts and packages to ensure accuracy. ![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/pre-migration-screen.png) ### Step 4: Start Migration #### Initiate Migration Process 1. Click the Start Migration button. 2. Monitor the migration progress in real-time via the progress bar and status messages. ![](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cwp-migration-status.png) #### Verify Migration 1. Once the migration is complete, log into the CWP server and check the migrated accounts. 2. Verify that all websites, emails, and databases are functional. ## Troubleshooting Common Issues ### Connection Errors - Ensure the API token and server details are correct - Verify that both servers are running. - Ensure the servers’ IPs are added to each other’s firewall as described in Step 1. ### Incomplete Migrations - Double-check the selected accounts for migration - Re-run the migration process for any accounts that failed. ## Post-Migration Best Practices - **Verify DNS Settings:** If necessary, update DNS records to point to the new CWP. - **Test Thoroughly:** Check all websites, email accounts, and databases to ensure everything is functioning correctly. - **Regular Backups:** Implement a regular backup schedule on the new CWP server to prevent data loss. **Scalable VPS Infrastructure, Fully Managed** When shared hosting can’t handle your traffic, VPS delivers dedicated resources that scale with demand. 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