How to create an addon domain in cPanel

In this tutorial, we will show you how to create an Addon domain through cPanel.
1. Login to cPanel.

2. Locate and click on the "Addon Domains" icon in the "Domains" category.

Addon Domains in cPanel

3. Enter the required information:
  • New Domain Name - The domain name you are addin to your account.
  • Subdomain/FTP Username - Create a login name for the new domain.
  • Document Root - Folder within the master domain's root directory to hold files for the new domain.
  • Password - Password for the user defined above.
  • Password (Again) - Confirm the password.
Addon Domains information

4. Click the "Add Domain" button to create the addon domain.

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