How to Create a New Account in WHM?

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Staff

Last updated on May 29, 2026

To create a cPanel Account, first you will need to create at least one hosting package from WHM. You can easily create a package from the Add a Package option in WHM.

1. Login to your WHM Account.

2. Go to Account Functions >> Create a New Account or type Create a New Account in the search box and then the option will appear. Click on it. ![](https://dash.wevrlabs.net/)

3. Enter the following details under Domain Information: Domain: The domain name you wish to host, like example.com Username: After you enter a domain name, click on this field and it will automatically fill up your username or enter any other username you wish to use. Password: Enter a password or use a password generator. Copy the password in a safe place. It will be required while accessing your newly-created account. Email: Your email address. Choose a Package: From the drop-down menu. You can choose a package. If there isn’t any package available, you can create it from the Add a Package option. ![](https://dash.wevrlabs.net/)

Under Settings: CGI Access: Tick this to enable CGI Access. cPanel Theme: You can leave it as it is or choose a theme you wish to use for your cPanel user account. Locale: You can choose a language for your cPanel user account. ![](https://dash.wevrlabs.net/)

Under Reseller Settings: Make the account a reseller one: Leave it unchecked if you do not want to grant reseller access to your cPanel account.

Under DNS Settings: Enable DKIM on this account: It is enabled by default. We recommend you to enable it. Enable SPF on this account: Tick this option to prevent abusers by sending spoof email on behalf of your domain name. ![](https://dash.wevrlabs.net/)

4. Leave all other options as they are. Scroll down to the Create button and click it. ![](https://dash.wevrlabs.net/)

Your cPanel account will be created successfully.