SSL & SecurityHow to force HTTPS on your website
Learn how to redirect all HTTP traffic to HTTPS in DirectAdmin to ensure your website is always served securely.
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Find step-by-step guides for your DuelHost web hosting
SSL & Security
SSL & SecurityHow to troubleshoot SSL issues
Learn how to diagnose and fix common SSL certificate problems in DirectAdmin.
SSL & SecurityWhat is SSL and Why Does Your Website Need It?
Learn what SSL certificates are, how they protect your website visitors, and why they're essential for SEO and building trust online.
SSL & SecuritySetting up SSL
An SSL certificate encrypts the data sent between visitors and your website. That's why DuelHost offers a completely free SSL certificate to all our customers on all domains. We partner with Let's Encrypt, which delivers and manages the certificates.
ServerHow to set up cron jobs
Learn how to schedule automated tasks using cron jobs in DirectAdmin to run scripts on a regular schedule.
ServerHow to create a custom error page
Learn how to create custom error pages (404, 500, etc.) in DirectAdmin to give visitors a better experience.
ServerHow to configure PHP settings
Learn how to adjust PHP settings like memory limit, upload size, and execution time in DirectAdmin.
ServerHow to check your resource usage
Learn how to monitor your hosting resource usage in DirectAdmin, including disk space, bandwidth, and email accounts.
ServerHow to change the PHP version on your web hosting
If you run a website or work with web development, it's important to ensure that your web hosting runs the correct PHP version. In the control panel, it's easy to switch between different PHP versions.
SecurityHow to use Login Keys in DirectAdmin
Learn how to create and manage Login Keys in DirectAdmin for secure, limited-access authentication.
SecurityHow to scan your website for malware
Learn how to use the built-in malware scanner in DirectAdmin to check your website for malicious files.
SecurityHow to password-protect a directory
Learn how to add password protection to a directory on your website using DirectAdmin.
DatabasesHow to create a MySQL database
Learn how to create a MySQL database and database user in DirectAdmin for your web applications.
DatabasesHow to use phpMyAdmin
Learn how to access and use phpMyAdmin in DirectAdmin to manage your MySQL databases.
WordPressHow to install WordPress
Learn how to install WordPress on your hosting account using DirectAdmin's one-click installer.
WordPressHow to fix common WordPress errors
Learn how to diagnose and fix the most common WordPress errors, including the white screen of death and database connection errors.
WordPressHow to update WordPress safely
Learn how to safely update WordPress core, themes, and plugins to keep your site secure and running smoothly.
WordPressWordPress Optimization Guide
Learn how to optimize your WordPress site for better performance with the right hosting, caching, and image compression techniques.
BackupHow to create a backup
Learn how to create a backup of your files, databases, and email in DirectAdmin, so you always have a copy ready.
Files & FTPHow to use File Manager in DirectAdmin
Learn how to navigate, upload, edit, and manage your website files using the built-in File Manager in DirectAdmin.
Files & FTPHow to Create an FTP User
Learn how to create an FTP account in DirectAdmin to upload files to your web hosting. A step-by-step guide for setting up FTP access.
EmailHow to set up an email auto-reply
Learn how to configure an automatic email reply in DirectAdmin for out-of-office messages or confirmations.
EmailHow to set up catch-all email
Learn how to set up a catch-all email address in DirectAdmin to receive messages sent to any address at your domain.
EmailHow to set up email forwarding
Learn how to forward emails from your domain email address to another email account in DirectAdmin.
EmailHow to create an email account
Learn how to create a new email account in DirectAdmin and start sending and receiving emails with your domain.
EmailHow to troubleshoot email that is not sending/receiving
Learn how to diagnose and fix common email delivery problems in DirectAdmin when messages are not sending or arriving.
EmailHow to manage mailing lists
Learn how to create and manage mailing lists in DirectAdmin to send emails to groups of subscribers.
EmailHow to configure the spam filter
Learn how to enable and configure SpamAssassin in DirectAdmin to filter out unwanted spam emails.
EmailHow to find SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records
Learn how to locate and verify SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records in DirectAdmin to improve email deliverability.
EmailHow to access webmail
Learn how to access your email through the webmail interface in DirectAdmin using Roundcube.
EmailEmail Setup for macOS Mail
Step-by-step guide for setting up your DuelHost email account in Apple Mail on macOS using IMAP.
EmailEmail Setup for Microsoft Outlook
Step-by-step guide for setting up your DuelHost email account in Microsoft Outlook on Windows using IMAP and SMTP.
EmailHow to set up your email with IMAP and SMTP
When you want to add your email account to a mail program like Outlook, Apple Mail, or Thunderbird, you need to use IMAP and SMTP settings to ensure that you can send and receive emails correctly.
DNS & DomainsHow to add a domain to your hosting
Learn how to add a new domain to your web hosting account in DirectAdmin so your website goes live.
DNS & DomainsHow to manage DNS records
Learn how to view and edit DNS records for your domain in DirectAdmin, including A, CNAME, MX, and TXT records.
DNS & DomainsHow to set up domain pointers
Learn how to set up domain pointers (aliases) in DirectAdmin so multiple domains point to the same website.
DNS & DomainsHow to redirect your website
Learn how to set up website redirections in DirectAdmin to send visitors from one URL to another.
DNS & DomainsHow to create a subdomain
Learn how to create a subdomain in DirectAdmin to host a separate section of your website.
Getting StartedHow to log in to DirectAdmin
Learn how to log in to your DirectAdmin control panel to manage your web hosting account.
Getting StartedFirst time in DirectAdmin -- control panel overview
Get an overview of the DirectAdmin control panel and learn where to find the most important features.
DuelHostWhat are the benefits of hosting my website with DuelHost?
Get lightning-fast web hosting from DuelHost with free SSL, unlimited domains & email, user-friendly control panel and support – without hidden fees
TroubleshootingWhat do errors 500/503 mean, and what can you do?
Learn what HTTP 500 and 503 errors mean and how to diagnose and fix them in DirectAdmin.