DirectAdmin

How-to install DirectAdmin on Linux

DirectAdmin is an easy-to-use web hosting manager that helps you manage websites, emails, databases, and more. Installing DirectAdmin on a Linux server requires a few steps. I’ll explain it step by step!

???? Conditions

1. Supported Linux distributions: CentOS, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Debian, Ubuntu.

2. Root access to your server.

3. Clean server installation (no other control panels).

4. A valid DirectAdmin license file.

???? Installation Steps

1. Prepare Server

First, update your server:

sudo yum update -y      # Voor CentOS/AlmaLinux/Rocky Linux
sudo apt update -y      # Voor Debian/Ubuntu

Install basic packages:

sudo yum install -y wget curl tar    # CentOS/AlmaLinux/Rocky Linux
sudo apt install -y wget curl tar    # Debian/Ubuntu

2. Download DirectAdmin installation script

Download the official installation script:

cd /root
wget https://www.directadmin.com/setup.sh
chmod 755 setup.sh

3. Start the installation

Start the installation:

./setup.sh auto

The script asks for your DirectAdmin license information. You can enter it manually or have it detected automatically.

4. Configure firewall (optional)

Make sure the necessary ports are open:

sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=2222/tcp   # DirectAdmin paneel
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo firewall-cmd --reload

Or for Ubuntu/Debian with UFW:

sudo ufw allow 2222/tcp
sudo ufw allow http
sudo ufw allow https
sudo ufw reload

5. Open DirectAdmin

Once installed, you can reach DirectAdmin via:

http:your-server-ip:2222

Use the credentials provided at the end of the setup.

???? Common Issues

1. Licensing problem

Check if the server’s IP address is correctly registered in your DirectAdmin account.

2. Port 2222 Blocked

Check the firewall settings.

3. Installation Failed

Maintain a clean server without other control panels.

Is it not working? Let me know and we’ll help you out! ????