DirectAdmin User
The DirectAdmin User has its own account on the server and is isolated from other Users. Our Help Guide is full of Tutorials about the features each DirectAdmin User has. Use the links in the menu to explore.
To login to DirectAdmin, open your web browser and type in yourdomain.com:2222 (replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain name) and then enter your User name and password.
To reset your DirectAdmin User password, start by logging in to your DirectAdmin control panel
Once you are logged in, click Hello > DirectAdmin Username, from the upper right corner of your screen and click password
If your Control Panel is using a different skin with a light blue Vertical side menu (black menu when dark mode is enabled), click on the user icon. When you hover your mouse over the correct icon, it will say profile.
SearchUse the Search Bar within DirectAdmin and type in User Profile and then select the result to be taken to the password reset page.
Enter your current password and then enter a new and unique password. There is a password generator icon at the left side of the new password field for your convenience.
We recommended leaving the boxes checked for DirectAdmin Account, Main FTP Account and Main Database Account unless you are an advanced user and know what these settings will change.
If you do not know your current DirectAdmin User password, please submit a ticket for Technical Support and we can reset it for you. Then you will be able to login and update the password to your liking.
You may also change the password within our portal https://core.evolvewebhost.com if you are using a Shared Hosting plan. Follow the steps outlined here: Change a User Password in the Evolve Portal
If you have a VPS, you can change a User password by logging in as the Admin and follow the steps outlined on this page Change Users Passwords
NoticeWe do require a minimum password strength of 80
We require you to update your DirectAdmin and Webmail password atleast once every 365 days
Webmail = each of your email account passwords
Password Do’s and Dont’s
Do Not Reuse Passwords
Use a combination of Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers and Symbols
Set a Reminder to update your password on a regular basis (bi-monthly, semi-annually or annually)
Use the built in password generator or the Dashlane Password Generator is a great option
Avoid sending passwords to others within the plain text of chat apps and email messages. They are not encrypted so if you or the recipient(s) are ever hacked, those are visible. Instead, use the share feature of your Password Manager or use a one time link generation tool such as One Time Secure Link
Use a Password Manager to securely store and manage your passwords. Options include 1Password, Dashlane, Bitwarden or NordPass.
This option works if you have a Shared Web Hosting Plan only. If you are a VPS user, scroll up the page for alternative instructions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
To get started, login to the portal at https://core.evolvewebhost.com/login
Either click the Services icon from the dashboard or go to Services > My Services within the menu.
Locate the DirectAdmin hosting plan you wish to update the password for and click on the row.
On the next screen, you will find the link Change Control Panel Password within the left side veritical menu. Click that link to create a strong password and reset it for your account.
NoticeWe do require a minimum password strength of 80
We require you to update your DirectAdmin and Webmail password atleast once every 365 days
Webmail = each of your email account passwords
Password Do’s and Dont’s
Do Not Reuse Passwords
Use a combination of Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers and Symbols
Set a Reminder to update your password on a regular basis (bi-monthly, semi-annually or annually)
Use the built in password generator or the Dashlane Password Generator is a great option
Avoid sending passwords to others within the plain text of chat apps and email messages. They are not encrypted so if you or the recipient(s) are ever hacked, those are visible. Instead, use the share feature of your Password Manager or use a one time link generation tool such as One Time Secure Link
Use a Password Manager to securely store and manage your passwords. Options include 1Password, Dashlane, Bitwarden or NordPass.