Updating Password and Security


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Overview

This interface allows you to update your account's password. A strong password helps you to secure your cPanel account.



Change your password

To change your password, enter the desired information and click Change your password now!, or use the Password Generator feature.

Note:

You must enable Digest Authentication if you use Windows® Vista, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, or Windows® 10 and you access Web Disk over a clear text, unencrypted connection.

Create a strong password

To ensure your account's security, make certain to create a strong password:

  • Use a different password for each of your important accounts (for example, your email accounts). 
  • Use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols in your password.
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