Starting your own web hosting business might sound complicated, but with Tremhost’s user-friendly WHM (WebHost Manager) control panel, it’s a straightforward process. As a reseller, you have full control over your hosting business, from creating different packages to setting your own prices. Tremhost provides the powerful, reliable infrastructure, and you get to design the perfect offerings to attract your clients.
Here’s your step-by-step guide to setting up your first custom hosting packages with Tremhost’s WHM.
Step 1: Log in to Your WHM Panel
After purchasing your Tremhost Reseller plan, you’ll receive a welcome email with your WHM login details.
- Go to your WHM URL (usually
yourdomain.com/whm). - Enter your username and password to log in.
Once you’re in, you’ll see the main WHM dashboard. This is your command center for managing all aspects of your hosting business.
Step 2: Create a Hosting Package
Think of a hosting “package” as a pre-defined set of resources that you’ll sell to your clients. A package typically includes a specific amount of disk space, bandwidth, and other features. Creating a few different packages (e.g., a “Basic” plan, a “Pro” plan, and an “Enterprise” plan) allows you to cater to a wider range of clients.
- Navigate to the Packages Section: In the WHM search bar on the left, type “packages” and select “Add a Package.”
- Define Your Package Details:
- Package Name: Give it a clear, descriptive name like
Basic-PlanorStarter-Package. - Resources: This is where you allocate the resources for this specific package. Based on your overall Tremhost plan (e.g., Reseller 2 with 30GB storage), you can allocate a portion of these resources to your clients.
- Disk Quota (MB): Enter the amount of storage space. For a small website, 500 MB to 1 GB is usually plenty.
- Bandwidth (MB): Set the monthly data transfer limit.
- Unlimited Features: Check the boxes for features you want to make unlimited for this package, such as Addon Domains, Parked Domains, FTP Accounts, and Email Accounts. This is a great way to add extra value to your plans.
- Package Name: Give it a clear, descriptive name like
- Review and Save: Click “Add” to save your new package. You can create as many packages as you need to meet the different needs of your clients.
Step 3: Create a cPanel Account for a Client
Now that you have your packages ready, you can create a new cPanel account for your first client.
- Navigate to the Account Creation Section: In the WHM search bar, type “create” and select “Create a New Account.”
- Fill in Client and Domain Details:
- Domain: Enter the client’s domain name (e.g.,
clientwebsite.com). - Username: WHM will automatically generate a username. You can also create a custom one.
- Password: Create a secure password for your client’s cPanel account.
- Contact Email: Enter your client’s email address so they can receive account information.
- Domain: Enter the client’s domain name (e.g.,
- Select Your Package: Under the “Package” section, you’ll see the packages you just created. Choose the one that fits your client’s needs. This will automatically set all the resource limits you defined earlier.
- Confirm and Create: Review all the details and click “Create.” WHM will now set up your client’s cPanel account and apply all the limits from the package you selected.
Step 4: Monitor and Manage Your Accounts
Your work isn’t done after the account is created. Tremhost’s WHM gives you the tools to manage your accounts and ensure everything runs smoothly.
- List Accounts: The “List Accounts” function in WHM provides an overview of all your clients. From here, you can suspend accounts, change passwords, and modify packages as needed.
- Resource Monitoring: Use the “View Bandwidth Usage” and other monitoring tools to keep an eye on your clients’ resource consumption. This allows you to proactively contact a client who might be nearing their limits and offer to upgrade their plan, which is a great way to increase your revenue.
Tremhost’s WHM control panel puts you in the driver’s seat. It’s a powerful tool that makes it easy to manage your business, allowing you to focus on what matters most: attracting clients and growing your recurring revenue stream.
