Introduction to dPanel

dPanel is a source-available server and website control panel designed to simplify the management of web servers, domains, databases, and applications. It provides an intuitive web interface that helps developers, system administrators, and hosting providers deploy and maintain websites and services efficiently.

Key Features of dPanel

Open Source and Source-Available: dPanel's codebase is accessible, allowing customization and transparency.
User-Friendly Interface: Manage websites, domains, databases, and SSL certificates through a clean and intuitive dashboard.
Multi-Server Support: Control multiple servers from a single panel.
Application Deployment: Easily deploy popular web applications with one-click installers.
Security Management: Manage firewalls, SSL certificates, and user permissions.

Getting Started with dPanel

Installation

To install dPanel, you typically need a Linux server (Ubuntu or CentOS recommended). Follow these general steps:

Update your server packages:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Download the dPanel installer script from the official repository:

curl -sSL https://get.dpanel.io | sudo bash

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Accessing the Dashboard

Once installed, access the dPanel dashboard by navigating to your server's IP address or domain name on port 8080 (e.g., http://your-server-ip:8080). Log in with the credentials set during installation.

Managing Your Server with dPanel

Adding Websites

Navigate to the "Websites" section.
Click "Add New Site".
Enter your domain name and select the root directory.
Configure PHP version and other settings as needed.

Database Management

Access the "Databases" tab.
Create new MySQL or PostgreSQL databases.
Manage users and permissions.

SSL Certificates

Use the "SSL" section to request and install Let's Encrypt certificates.
Monitor certificate expiration and renew automatically.

Additional Resources

Official dPanel GitHub Repository
dPanel Documentation
Community forums and support channels for troubleshooting and tips.

dPanel empowers users to take full control of their web hosting environment with an easy-to-use, transparent, and extensible control panel solution.