{"id":3444,"date":"2020-02-10T19:31:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-11T00:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/2014\/11\/10\/obtain-root-access\/"},"modified":"2024-07-01T17:31:38","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T21:31:38","slug":"obtain-root-access","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/amp\/obtain-root-access\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Obtain Root Access to Your Server"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What_is_Root_Access_Hero_Image-1024x538.png\" alt=\"How to Obtain Root Access to Your Server Hero Image\" class=\"wp-image-102892\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What_is_Root_Access_Hero_Image-1024x538.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What_is_Root_Access_Hero_Image-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What_is_Root_Access_Hero_Image-768x403.png 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What_is_Root_Access_Hero_Image.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gaining root access to your server can be a bigger deal than you may think. It does give you ultimate access to everything regarding your server, in both WHM and via SSH as well. Please keep in mind that you may not need root access to perform your everyday activities. This article requires you to already have a VPS (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/vps-hosting\">Managed VPS<\/a> or <a href=\"\/cloud-vps\">Unmanaged VPS<\/a>), Managed <a href=\"\/wordpress-vps\">WordPress VPS<\/a>, or <a href=\"\/dedicated-server\">Dedicated Server<\/a> hosting plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#what\">What is Root Access?<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#should\">Should I Request Root Access?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#support\">Support and Root Access<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#amp\">How to Request Root Access in AMP<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#platform-inmotion\">How to Obtain Root Access in Platform InMotion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#reset\">How to Reset Root Password<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#tasks\">Root Access Tasks<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/G3MdGZJbTqI\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what\">What is Root Access?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re familiar with managing a Windows server or PC, you know then that the Administrator can edit any files on the server and perform any tasks necessary. Linux operating systems have a similar administrative, or \u201csuperuser,\u201d account, but it is named \u201croot\u201d instead of \u201cadministrator\u201d, because it provides access to the server root directory (\u201c<code>\/<\/code>\u201c) and thus all of the directories and files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The root user on the server can do much more than the standard user. The root user can perform various tasks that other users cannot, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install server-wide applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Configure server wide applications, such as Apache or MySQL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edit any file on the server<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Full root access is not given by default on VPS or dedicated hosting accounts. Because the root user can do anything they want, the level of support we can offer varies slightly for accounts that have root access. Because of this, we require users to accept our root access disclosure before we allow root privileges to their servers. But don\u2019t let this discourage you. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/vps-hosting\">VPS<\/a> with root access can be all yours, as long as you know what you\u2019re doing. Remember to practice the principle of least privilege and not share the login credentials with anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"alert alert-info\">Don\u2019t mistake root access is for a rootkit, software which grants unauthorized root privileges to malicious users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"should\">Should I Request Root Access?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With root permissions, you can perform just about any action that you want on a server. While this is very useful, running the wrong command as root could cause major problems. One simple command can wipe out your entire server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend only requesting root permission if you have previous experience with it and you are comfortable with using it. If you\u2019ve never used root access or are not confident with running commands as root, we don\u2019t recommend gaining root access to your server. If you\u2019re not ready for root access but you need it, please contact our support department for further assistance. Our system administration team can help you with many of the tasks that require root permission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the potential risks associated with it, WHM root access should only be given to those who absolutely need it. If someone with malicious intentions were to gain root access to your server, they could wreak havoc on your system, causing irreparable damage. Even if you have a trusted individual who needs root access, there is always the potential for human error. Therefore, it is best to err on the side of caution and only grant root access to those who absolutely need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"support\">Support and Root Access<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have root access to your server, you can still contact our support team at any time if you need assistance. The problem that arises however is that if you have root access we may not be able to easily undo \/ fix any issues that exist due to actions you\u2019ve taken as the root user. Additional charges may apply for our system administration team to troubleshoot a server you have access to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"amp\">How to Request Root Access in AMP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"article_list wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/amp\/how-to-log-into-amp\/\">Log into your AMP<\/a>. <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Find<\/b> the icon for <strong>Request Root Access<\/strong> and <b>click<\/b> on it.<br><br><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"246\" class=\"wp-image-14169\" style=\"width: 750px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_request-root-access-to-dedicated.png\" alt=\"Dedicated Hosting Root Access Request\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_request-root-access-to-dedicated.png 950w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_request-root-access-to-dedicated-300x98.png 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_request-root-access-to-dedicated-768x251.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read through the agreement prior to checking the box stating you understand the responsibilities of having root access. <b>Click the button for your root password<\/b>.<br><br><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"89\" class=\"wp-image-14171\" style=\"width: 500px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_get-my-root-password-dedicated-hosting.png\" alt=\"Request Root Password for Dedicated Hosting Server\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_get-my-root-password-dedicated-hosting.png 609w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_get-my-root-password-dedicated-hosting-300x53.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After a few seconds you will see your new root password below where the buttons are.<br><br><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"143\" class=\"wp-image-14172\" style=\"width: 500px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_view-of-root-password-for-dedicated-hosting.png\" alt=\"View of Root password on Dedicated Hosting\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_view-of-root-password-for-dedicated-hosting.png 614w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/dedicated-hosting_request-root-access_view-of-root-password-for-dedicated-hosting-300x86.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"platform-inmotion\">How to Obtain Root Access in Platform InMotion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"article_list wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/central.inmotionhosting.com\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Log into Platform InMotion<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Projects<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Within your project, click on the <strong>Manage<\/strong> button for your UltraStack VPS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From the left hand sidebar, navigate to <strong>Tools<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Manage Server<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Add SSH Key<\/strong> to enable shell and sFTP access to your server. Follow our guide to learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/product-guides\/wordpress-hosting\/central\/servers\/using-ssh\/\">generate an SSH key<\/a> from a Mac, Windows, or Linux computer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reset\">How to Reset Your Root Password<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"article_list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log into your AMP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the icon for <strong>Change Root Password<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Reset Password<\/strong> and your new root password will be shown below the button.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tasks\">Root Access Tasks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a collection of our articles that demonstrates some of the things that you can accomplish when you already have <strong>root<\/strong> access on your server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/easyapache\/upgrade-php-easyapache\/\">Upgrade PHP using EasyApache 4<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/support\/edu\/cpanel\/install-and-configure-clamav\/\">Configure ClamAV antivirus scanner for cPanel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/support\/edu\/whm\/install-munin-plugin-for-whm\/\">Install Munin plugin for WHM<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/support\/email\/find-email-forwarders-or-autoresponders\/\">Find email forwarders or autoresponders<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should now have a good understanding of what you can do with your newly granted <strong>root<\/strong> access to your server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Change To The Root User<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you may already know, you can log into your server\u2019s command line with the default cPanel user. If you want to assume the root user role, provided you have already obtained root access, you can do so with the <code>su<\/code> command:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">su <span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">root<\/span><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be prompted to provide the root user password.  If you entered the password correctly, you will see that your command prompt now reflects that you have assumed the root user.  You can exit the root user by typing <code>exit<\/code>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"jumbotron\" style=\"text-align:center;\">\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong>Scalable VPS Infrastructure, Fully Managed<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>When shared hosting can't handle your traffic, VPS delivers dedicated resources that scale with demand. Our team manages the technical complexity while you manage your business.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/design.inmotionhosting.com\/assets\/icons\/standard\/check-blue.svg\" alt=\"check mark\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" \/>NVMe Storage &nbsp;&nbsp; <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/design.inmotionhosting.com\/assets\/icons\/standard\/check-blue.svg\" alt=\"check mark\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" \/>High-Availability &nbsp;&nbsp; <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/design.inmotionhosting.com\/assets\/icons\/standard\/check-blue.svg\" alt=\"check mark\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" \/>Ironclad Security &nbsp;&nbsp; <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/design.inmotionhosting.com\/assets\/icons\/standard\/check-blue.svg\" alt=\"check mark\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" \/>Premium Support<\/p>\r\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-lg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/vps-hosting?mktgp=t&irgwc=1&affiliates=5001860&utm_campaign=Jumbotron&utm_source=supportcenter&utm_medium=cta&utm_term=vps-cta2\">VPS Hosting<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessing the cPanel Root User<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need root access to various cPanel features, you will want to check out the full guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/whm\/log-into-whm\/\">how to log into WebHost Manager (WHM)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, root access to your server comes with a lot of benefits but also some risks. 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