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Users consistently praise cPanel for its ease of use and intuitive interface, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced users. The platform simplifies website management by consolidating various tasks like email setup, backups, and security into one dashboard, which enhances efficiency. However, many reviews note that the pricing can be high, especially for small businesses.

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Kevin K.
KK
Pastor
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"All-in-One Hosting Made Easy with cPanel"
What do you like best about cPanel?

The thing I love about cPanel is that I can host my domains with emails and websites all in one place. When I need to setup new wordpress sites it is easy to mange and navigate through all the sections. Emails run on webmail which is one feature I use every day! Another feature is softiculas installations where I install wordpress software onto a domain. Customer support is top class and give them a 5 star for that! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

I would say the transfer of a domain from another service provider to my cPanel account. I wish that the process would be faster. Propegation takes longer sometimes when there are delays from other service providers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mayank G.
MG
Owner
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Best panel for hosting"
What do you like best about cPanel?

We use cPanel to host our Websites, web portals, WordPress sites, WooCommerce stores, etc., and to create email addresses for companies like info@domainname.com. Forwarders are also available to forward emails to a particular email ID. PHPMyAdmin is also available for managing your database, and you can create subdomains, so there's no need to get a different domain for each portal. Speed is great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

nothing to dislike, all features are best, and usage is very simple; no hardcore training is needed to host a website. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

VP
Owner and Ceo, (and general factorum)
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"cPanel: easy to use, configure, and integrate with Sitejet Builder and WordPress"
What do you like best about cPanel?

It is easy to use, configure, and maintain; it can be integrated with other programs without much difficulty and, moreover, it has agreements with Sitejet Builder and WordPress. It has good support. I like it because it is agile and fast in responses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

It could be a bit cheaper. The webmail could have more options, it is very basic. You cannot select more than 200 emails at once to delete, for example. You can only download 1 email at a time and not several emails simultaneously. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Cesar  T.
CT
Especialista en TI
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Intuitive All-in-One Hosting Dashboard, but Pricing and Clutter Hold It Back"
What do you like best about cPanel?

What I like best about cPanel is its intuitive and user-friendly interface, which simplifies complex server management tasks. It makes managing domains, databases, and email accounts accessible even for those without deep technical expertise. The automation of SSL installations and the one-click installers (like Softaculous) save a significant amount of time, making it a reliable 'all-in-one' dashboard for web hosting Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

The thing I dislike most about cPanel is its aggressive pricing structure, which has shifted toward a per-account licensing model that significantly increases costs for scaling businesses. Additionally, the interface can feel resource-heavy, sometimes slowing down the server's performance, and the sheer number of legacy options can make the dashboard feel cluttered for users who only need basic hosting features Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Justine B.
JB
Web Developer / Analyst
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Centralized Management, Simplifies Hosting Tasks"
What do you like best about cPanel?

I use cPanel to host client websites and emails, and I like that it balances ease of use with real depth. It offers intuitive, centralized management for domains, DNS, emails, databases, and SSL certificates. I especially appreciate the reliable backup, simplified SSL certificate management, and quick app deployment. The centralized control means I have domains, DNS, emails, databases, and SSL all in one panel, which makes everything more straightforward. Easy provisioning and migrations help a lot, with scalable accounts and minimal downtime. SSL automation and security, like AutoSSL and Let's Encrypt with auto-renewal, are also great, providing deliverable boosts. The quick apps and backups, one-click installs, and reliable backup restore are super handy. The initial setup was seamless with the help of the technical lead, making it a smooth start. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

Common improvement areas include licensing and onboarding UX, performance and scalability on busy servers, backups, restores, and data integrity, app deployment and staging workflows, DNS, email deliverability and security hardening, and API/automation, migrations, and multi-server management. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Codi W.
CW
Creative Design & Tech Specialist
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Feature-Rich and Beginner-Friendly, but the Interface Feels Dated"
What do you like best about cPanel?

alot of features and makes managing website easy for beginners Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

Rising costs – The per-account licensing model has made the product noticeably more expensive, particularly for agencies and resellers, and it’s become harder to justify as the number of accounts grows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

RR
Marketing Manager @vatsin
Information Technology and Services
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Simplifying Web Hosting with cPanel"
What do you like best about cPanel?

I like most about cPanel is its user-friendly interface. It makes managing websites, domains, emails, and databases very easy, even for non-technical users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

One downside of cPanel is that it can feel slightly outdated in design compared to newer control panels. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Alishia O.
AO
Administrator
Printing
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"User-Friendly Tools and Outstanding Support"
What do you like best about cPanel?

I appreciate how user-friendly all the tools are, and I find that every feature necessary for optimizing my website and ensuring my server runs smoothly is included. The customer support is excellent as well; even when I use the "submit a ticket" portal, they consistently respond within a few hours and are always very helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

The cost can add up, particularly when you run out of storage and you need an upgrade. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Orlando M.
OM
Web Developer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"cPanel’s Robust Feature Set Handles Everything I Need"
What do you like best about cPanel?

cPanel offers a wide range of functionalities. I have been using cPanel on my website servers for over a decade and have not had any issues accomplishing tasks I wanted to complete. The most common functionalities I use are application installer, domain redirects, file manager, FTP accounts, GIT version control, phpMyadmin, and SSL/TLS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

Because cPanel offers a wide range of functionalities, it was difficult for me as a beginner to figure out how to accomplish simple tasks and navigate the software. Even after ten years of usage, I still don't use over half of the available functionalities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Cindy B.
CB
CEO
Security and Investigations
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Effortless Website Management for All Skill Levels"
What do you like best about cPanel?

I appreciate how straightforward it is to manage a website with cPanel. Everything is organized in a clear way, so you don’t need to be technically skilled to feel confident in what you’re doing. cPanel really makes website management easy to implement and accessible, allowing even beginners to take care of tasks that might otherwise feel overwhelming. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about cPanel?

Over the years, cPanel has grown increasingly expensive. Additionally, if it is not set up correctly or if updates are ignored, websites may be left exposed to potential security threats. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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