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Plesk Control Panel Guide

Plesk is your central control hub for web hosting. This comprehensive guide covers all major features and how to use them effectively.

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Dashboard Overview

When you log into Plesk, the dashboard shows your account status at a glance:
  • Resource Usage: Disk space and bandwidth used
  • Plan Information: Your current plan and expiration date
  • Quick Actions: Common tasks like installing WordPress
  • Account Statistics: Uptime, traffic, and performance
  • Recent Activity: Changes made to your account

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Websites & Domains

This is where you manage your websites and domains.

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Managing Your Main Domain

Your main domain is configured automatically but can be customized:
1

Navigate to Websites & Domains

Click “Websites & Domains” in the main menu
2

Click Your Domain

Click on your primary domain to open its settings
3

Configure Basic Settings

  • Document Root: Folder where your website files go (usually /httpdocs)
  • PHP Version: Select your preferred PHP version (5.6 to 8.3)
  • SSL: Enable HTTPS and manage certificates
4

Save Changes

Click “OK” to apply changes

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Adding Additional Domains

Host multiple websites on one account:
1

Click Add Domain

In Websites & Domains, click “Add Domain”
2

Enter Domain Information

  • Domain Name: Your domain (e.g., example2.com)
  • Domain Type: Select “Addon domain” for a separate site
  • Document Root: Create a new folder for this site’s files
3

Configure DNS

Update your registrar to point the domain to your server IP
4

Point Domain

Wait for DNS propagation (up to 48 hours)

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Subdomains

Create subdomains for different sections:
  1. Go to your domain settings
  2. Click “Subdomains”
  3. Click “Add Subdomain”
  4. Enter subdomain name (e.g., “blog” for blog.example.com)
  5. Choose document root or use same folder as parent

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Domain Aliases

Point multiple domains to the same website without creating separate folders:
  1. Select your primary domain
  2. Click “Domain Aliases”
  3. Click “Add Alias”
  4. Enter the domain name
  5. Point your registrar’s DNS to your server IP
Domain aliases are perfect for www versions and related domain names (e.g., example.com, www.example.com, example.net all pointing to same site).

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File Manager

Upload and manage your website files directly in Plesk.

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Accessing File Manager

  1. Go to Websites & Domains
  2. Select your domain
  3. Click “File Manager”

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File Manager Interface

ActionHow To
Upload filesDrag and drop files or click “Upload” button
Create folderRight-click, select “Create Folder”
Edit filesRight-click file, select “Edit”
DeleteSelect file/folder and press Delete
RenameRight-click and select “Rename”
Set permissionsRight-click, select “Permissions”
DownloadRight-click and select “Download”

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Important Directories

FolderPurpose
/httpdocsMain website files (index.html, WordPress, etc.)
/httpsdocsHTTPS-specific files (usually empty, uses httpdocs)
/webmailEmail webmail files
/.well-knownSSL certificates and site verification
/logsWebsite access and error logs
Only edit files in /httpdocs unless you know what you’re doing. Modifying other directories can break your website.

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Databases

Most modern websites need databases for content storage.

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Creating a Database

1

Navigate to Databases

In Plesk, click “Databases”
2

Add New Database

Click “Add Database”
3

Choose Database Type

Select MySQL (most common) or PostgreSQL
4

Configure Database

  • Database Name: Name for your database (e.g., wordpress_db)
  • Type: MySQL or PostgreSQL
  • Character Set: UTF-8 (default, recommended)
5

Create Database User

  • Username: Database login (separate from Plesk username)
  • Password: Strong database password
  • Permissions: Usually “Full” for the database owner
6

Finish

Click “OK” to create

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Managing Databases

phpMyAdmin (MySQL):
  1. Go to Databases
  2. Click your MySQL database
  3. Click “Open phpMyAdmin”
  4. Browse, edit, and backup your database
pgAdmin (PostgreSQL):
  1. Go to Databases
  2. Click your PostgreSQL database
  3. Click “Open pgAdmin”
  4. Manage your PostgreSQL database

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Database Backups

Backup your database regularly:
  1. Go to Databases
  2. Click your database
  3. Click “Download Backup”
  4. Your database downloads as a .sql file
Backup important databases at least weekly. Store backups outside your hosting account.

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Scheduled Tasks (Cron Jobs)

Automate tasks like backups, data cleanup, or emails.

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Creating Cron Jobs

1

Go to Tools & Settings

Click “Tools & Settings” in the main menu
2

Click Scheduled Tasks

Under “General”, click “Scheduled Tasks” or “Cron Jobs”
3

Add Scheduled Task

Click “Add Scheduled Task” or “New Task”
4

Configure Task

  • Type: Usually “Run a PHP script” or “Run a command”
  • Script/Command: The PHP file or command to run
  • Schedule: When to run (hourly, daily, weekly, custom)
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Set Frequency

Choose specific times/days if desired
6

Save

Click OK

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Common Cron Uses

TaskExample
Database BackupRun backup.php daily at 2 AM
Cache ClearingClear cache files every 12 hours
Report GenerationGenerate reports weekly on Mondays
Link CleanupRemove broken links monthly
Email DigestSend newsletter every Friday

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Cron Schedule Syntax

Standard cron format: 
Minute (0-59) Hour (0-23) Day (1-31) Month (1-12) Weekday (0-6)
Examples:
  • 0 2 * * * = Every day at 2:00 AM
  • 0 0 * * 0 = Every Sunday at midnight
  • */30 * * * * = Every 30 minutes
  • 0 9 1 * * = First day of every month at 9 AM

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Logs and Statistics

Monitor your website’s performance and traffic.

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Access Statistics

View detailed traffic information:
  1. Go to Websites & Domains
  2. Select your domain
  3. Click “Statistics” or “View Statistics”
  4. See:
    • Bandwidth Usage: Data transferred
    • Visits: Number of page views
    • Unique Visitors: How many different people visited
    • Search Engines: SEO traffic sources
    • User Agents: Browser and device information

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Web Server Logs

Raw server logs for advanced debugging:
  1. Go to Websites & Domains
  2. Select your domain
  3. Click “Logs”
  4. View:
    • Access Log: Every request to your website
    • Error Log: Errors and warnings
    • SSL Log: HTTPS-related messages
Use logs to debug issues, find broken links, or analyze visitor patterns.

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Error Log Monitoring

Monitor your website’s error log regularly:
  1. Go to Logs
  2. Check error.log periodically
  3. Look for repeated errors or warnings
  4. Fix issues before they impact users
Common errors to watch for:
  • 404 (page not found) — broken internal links
  • 500 (internal server error) — code issues
  • Memory exhausted — too many plugins or heavy scripts
  • Database connection errors — credentials or connection issues

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Account Administration

Manage your Plesk account settings and security.

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Change Password

  1. Click your username (top-right)
  2. Select “Account” or “Change Password”
  3. Enter current password
  4. Create new secure password
  5. Save

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Two-Factor Authentication

Protect your account with 2FA:
  1. Go to Account settings
  2. Enable “Two-Factor Authentication”
  3. Follow the setup process (usually scanning a QR code)
  4. Save backup codes in a safe place
  5. You’ll now need a code from your authenticator app to log in

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IP Restrictions

Limit Plesk access to specific IP addresses:
  1. Go to Tools & Settings
  2. Find “IP Address Restrictions”
  3. Add your home/office IP addresses
  4. Only those IPs can access Plesk

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Resource Monitoring

Track your account’s resource usage:
ResourceMonitor
Disk SpaceUsed vs. plan limit (usually shown on dashboard)
DatabasesNumber of databases and size
SubdomainsCount of addon domains and subdomains
BandwidthMonthly data transfer vs. limit
Most limits are shown on the main dashboard. Contact support if approaching limits.
Regularly clean up old databases, emails, and files to stay within plan limits.

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Security Features

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SSL Certificates

Protect your website with HTTPS: Automatic Let’s Encrypt (Free):
  1. Go to Websites & Domains
  2. Select your domain
  3. Click “SSL/TLS Certificates”
  4. Click “Get Let’s Encrypt Certificate”
  5. Plesk automatically installs and renews it
Custom Certificates:
  1. Purchase a certificate from a Certificate Authority
  2. Go to SSL/TLS Certificates
  3. Upload certificate, key, and CA bundle
  4. Plesk installs your custom certificate

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Firewall Protection

Plesk includes a Web Application Firewall (WAF) that blocks common attacks. Some plans include premium firewall features.

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Regular Backups

Enable automatic backups in your hosting plan. Critical files to backup:
  • Website files in /httpdocs
  • Databases
  • Configuration files

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Performance Optimization

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PHP Version

Update to the latest PHP for better performance and security:
  1. Go to Websites & Domains
  2. Click your domain
  3. Look for “PHP Settings” or “PHP Version”
  4. Select the latest stable version (8.3 if available)
  5. Test your site for compatibility
Some older applications may not support the latest PHP. Test before switching versions.

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Caching

Enable caching to speed up your website: In Plesk:
  • Look for “Caching” or “Performance” options
  • Enable module caching if available
In WordPress:
  • Install a caching plugin (WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache)
  • Configure cache settings for best performance

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Database Optimization

Keep your database fast:
  1. In phpMyAdmin/pgAdmin, optimize tables regularly
  2. Remove unused data and logs
  3. Delete old revisions in WordPress

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Troubleshooting

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Website Showing Error

500 Internal Server Error:
  1. Check error log in Websites & Domains
  2. Review PHP error logs
  3. Verify database connection
  4. Check file permissions
  5. Increase PHP memory limit if needed
404 Page Not Found:
  1. Verify file exists in File Manager
  2. Check filename spelling and case sensitivity
  3. Ensure index.html or index.php exists in directory
  4. Verify document root is correct

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Slow Website

  1. Check Resource Statistics for high usage
  2. Review error logs for problems
  3. Optimize images and files
  4. Update to latest PHP version
  5. Enable caching
  6. Consider upgrading plan if consistently near resource limits

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Next Steps

Deploy Your Website

Upload files, install WordPress, or deploy applications

SSL & Domains

Configure SSL certificates and manage your domains

Getting Started

Return to the getting started guide for account setup