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  1. #1
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    Apr 2010
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    Default security - changing cpanel user name / url

    I am not a highly experienced user but am trying to be careful about security.

    I recently started using joomla, and one available feature is to change the url for the administration login, which seems a reasoable security process.

    Currently, it seems all siteground sites use the /cpanel to log in to cpanel.

    The user names are also standard issues.

    I am wondering if security would be enhanced by allowing either of these to be changed.

    Currently, it seems the password is the only variable, and that is limited to I think less than 15 characters. If that could be lengthened it would be safer also.

    Erich

  2. #2

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    Hello Erich,

    You can request a change of your cPanel username through our HelpDesk system at any given time. However note that in order to fulfill such a request, we will have to re-create your account to its initial state, which will irreversibly delete:

    - all files for your primary site and any parked / addon slots;
    - all databases in your account;
    - all mails for your account;
    - any account cPanel preferences;
    - any SSL installations;
    - any custom DNS records.
    Best Regards,
    Nikolay A.
    SiteGround Senior Support Team

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  3. #3
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    Default thanks.

    Thank you, I think I am ready for it.

    I confirmed backups in place (locally) so hopefully it will go smoothly.

    Thank you for the information.

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