Managed VPS Hosting Product Guide

Managed VPS Hosting is a powerful web hosting solution that includes your choice of cPanel and WebHost Manager (WHM) or Control Web Panel (CWP) for managing critical server administration functions including, but not limited to, websites and applications, email, DNS records, security and IT automation.

Are you still deciding which control panel is best for you? Check out our cPanel vs. CWP: Choosing the Best Solution for Your Needs blog post to help you decide.

There are many benefits to a Managed VPS Hosting account, not to be confused with Cloud Server Hosting. This product guide is designed to help you find tutorials for common tasks, such as website transfers, and more advanced initiatives like server hardening and optimization.

Also, become familiar with the Account Management Panel (AMP) for VPS customers. If you need assistance with a specific issue, contact Live Support or ask our Community Forum.

Getting Started
Transferring Websites & Email
cPanel & WHM
Control Web Panel (CWP)
Email Configuration
Basic Server Configuration
Advanced Server Configuration
Server Security
Other Important Tasks

Getting Started with Managed VPS Hosting

Here is a brief list of tasks you should be familiar with when starting with a new Managed VPS.

cPanel

Control Web Panel (CWP)

Transferring Websites & Email

Are you transferring websites or emails from another web hosting provider or InMotion account? These articles will guide you through the migration process, including moving the data, updating DNS records, and reviewing your work before making it public.

cPanel

General

Control Web Panel

Migrating Accounts from cPanel to CWP

cPanel & WHM

cPanel and WHM are versatile and comprehensive server management software, adding new features in every major update. Discover more detailed information on how and why to modify cPanel and WHM features.

Visit our cPanel Education Channel to learn more about cPanel.

Control Web Panel

Control Web Panel (CWP), previously known as CentOS Web Panel, is server administration software for Linux systems. CWP offers comprehensive features for managing an unmanaged server via a web browser, making it easier for novice users unfamiliar with the command-line interface (CLI).

Visit our Control Web Panel (CWP) Education Channel to learn more about CWP.

Email Configuration

Learn how to manage email accounts, configure desktop email clients, and secure email communications on Managed VPS Hosting.

Basic Server Configuration

Below are basic server management tasks affecting all websites, applications, and online stores.

Advanced Server Configuration

These guides are more advanced but necessary for fully customizing a VPS to meet your needs.

Server Security

Protect your data and users with these options for firewall, brute-force login protection, and antivirus (AV) scanning.

Other Important Tasks

Once you’ve finished setting up your server, these articles can help you discover ways to improve your server performance, workflow, and overall business success.

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