How to Install CyberPanel on AlmaLinux 8

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How to Install CyberPanel on AlmaLinux 8

CyberPanel has become a top choice for those who want a fast, reliable web hosting panel with OpenLiteSpeed built right in. It’s free, open-source, and offers everything from SSL and email management to DNS and security tools. Installing CyberPanel on AlmaLinux 8 is straightforward once you know the exact process, and this guide will walk you through it step-by-step without skipping a single command.

What You’ll Need Before Installation

Before getting started, make sure your system meets these requirements:

• Fresh AlmaLinux 8 or Rocky Linux 8 server
• Python 3.x
• Minimum 1 GB RAM
• At least 10 GB Disk Space

Getting Your AlmaLinux 8 System Ready

Start by connecting to your server via SSH. You can use PuTTY on Windows or any preferred SSH client. Then, switch to the root user:

sudo su -

Next, update and upgrade your AlmaLinux 8 system to ensure everything is current:

sudo dnf update -y

sudo dnf upgrade -y

Begin the CyberPanel Installation

Once your system is updated, run the official installation script:

sh <(curl https://cyberpanel.net/install.sh || wget -O - https://cyberpanel.net/install.sh)

You’ll see the script initializing and checking system requirements. When prompted, you’ll get this menu:

CyberPanel Installer v2.3.2

1. Install CyberPanel.

2. Exit.

Please enter the number[1-2]:

Type 1 to continue.

Next, select the LiteSpeed version you want to use:

1. Install CyberPanel with OpenLiteSpeed.

2. Install CyberPanel with LiteSpeed Enterprise.

3. Exit.

Please enter the number[1-3]: 1

Confirm with Y when asked:

Full installation [Y/n]: Y

For the database setup, choose local MySQL unless you prefer remote:

Do you want to setup Remote MySQL? (Default = No) Remote MySQL [y/N]: N

When asked for the version, simply press Enter to install the latest one.

Setting the Admin Password

You’ll now be asked how you want to set your admin password:

Choose [d]fault, [r]andom or [s]et password: [d/r/s] r

If you go with r, a random password will be created for you and displayed at the end. You can always change it later using:

adminPass newpassword

Installing Extra Components

Continue by enabling caching and monitoring tools:

Do you wish to install Memcached process and its PHP extension?

Please select [Y/n]: Y

Do you wish to install Redis process and its PHP extension?

Please select [Y/n]: Y

Finally, enable the optional watchdog:

Would you like to set up a WatchDog (beta) for Web service and Database service ?

Please type Yes or no (with capital Y, default Yes): Yes

Open Required Firewall Ports

Once installation finishes, open the ports needed for the panels:

sudo firewall-cmd --zone=public --permanent --add-port=7080/tcp

sudo firewall-cmd --zone=public --permanent --add-port=8090/tcp

sudo firewall-cmd --reload

sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --list-all

Accessing CyberPanel

After installation, your access details will appear, including your login URL, admin username, and passwords. You can log in to CyberPanel on AlmaLinux 8 by entering:

https://your-server-ip:8090

For example:

https://69.164.207.194:8090

If your browser warns that the connection isn’t secure, it’s just because of the self-signed SSL certificate. Click Advanced → Proceed to (unsafe) to continue.

Tip: After logging in, change your OpenLiteSpeed password to avoid access errors.

Conclusion

With CyberPanel on AlmaLinux 8, you now have a powerful web hosting panel with OpenLiteSpeed’s speed and security. From managing websites and DNS to handling SSL and caching, it’s built for performance and simplicity. Follow these exact commands, and you’ll have a fully operational hosting environment ready to go within minutes.