Managing hosting accounts with WHM (Web Host Manager) involves various tasks related to creating, modifying, and overseeing individual cPanel accounts on a server. Here's a breakdown of the key aspects of managing hosting accounts with WHM:

1. Creating Hosting Accounts:

   • Use WHM to create new cPanel accounts for clients or users.
   • Specify account details such as domain name, username, password, and resource allocation (disk space, bandwidth, etc.).
   • Customize account settings and features based on client requirements.

2. Managing Account Features:

   • Enable or disable specific features and services for cPanel accounts, such as email, databases, FTP, SSH access, and SSL certificates.
   • Set up additional features like domain aliases, subdomains, addon domains, and parked domains.

3. Quota and Resource Management:

   • Define resource quotas for individual cPanel accounts, including disk space usage, bandwidth limits, and email account quotas.
   • Monitor resource usage and adjust quotas as needed to ensure fair allocation and prevent abuse.

4. Security Settings:

   • Implement security measures for cPanel accounts, such as password policies, brute force protection, and account suspensions.
   • Configure SSL/TLS encryption for secure data transmission and enable two-factor authentication for enhanced security.

5. Account Suspension and Termination:

   • Suspend or terminate cPanel accounts when necessary due to non-payment, policy violations, or other reasons.
   • Define suspension and termination policies and automate the process using WHM's features.

6. Backup and Restore:

   • Set up automated backups for cPanel accounts to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery.
   • Configure backup retention policies, storage locations, and scheduling options.
   • Perform manual backups and restores for individual accounts as needed.

7. Migration and Transfer:

   • Facilitate the migration or transfer of cPanel accounts between servers or hosting providers using WHM's transfer tools.
   • Ensure seamless transition and minimal downtime during the migration process.

8. Reseller Account Management:

   • Manage reseller accounts and their associated cPanel accounts within WHM.
   • Set up reseller packages, pricing, and resource limits.
   • Monitor reseller activity and performance.

9. DNS and Domain Management:

   • Configure DNS settings and manage domain records for cPanel accounts through WHM.
   • Set up domain aliases, addon domains, subdomains, and parked domains.
   • Troubleshoot DNS issues and ensure domain resolution is working correctly.

10. Monitoring and Reporting:

    • Monitor account activity, resource usage, and server health using WHM's built-in monitoring tools.
    • Generate reports on account statistics, resource usage, and other metrics for analysis and optimization.

By effectively managing hosting accounts with WHM, server administrators can provide a seamless and reliable hosting experience for clients while ensuring efficient resource utilization and security compliance.