So, what is the benefit of different accounts for each domain? The short answer is: improved security, performance, management, and scalability. Instead of stacking all your websites under one account (like addon domains), giving each domain its own cPanel account offers greater control and flexibility — especially in a VPS or reseller hosting environment.
Managing multiple websites is common for developers, digital marketers, and businesses. But one of the most overlooked yet powerful hosting practices is using different accounts for each domain — especially when using cPanel/WHM.
At HostraGo, we strongly recommend creating separate cPanel accounts for each domain when managing multiple websites. This article will explain exactly why that approach is better, how it helps long-term scalability, and how you can implement it seamlessly.
What Are cPanel Accounts?
In a cPanel & WHM environment, each cPanel account is a separate container that manages files, databases, emails, and domains for a specific website or client.
These accounts are created and managed through WHM (Web Host Manager) and allow for individual login credentials, file structure, SSL, and performance limits.
What is the Benefit of Different Accounts for Each Domain
1. Improved Security
Each cPanel account acts as a sandboxed environment. If one domain is hacked or infected with malware, the rest remain safe.
🛡️ Example: A WordPress site under one account gets infected. If it’s an addon domain, it can affect all other sites. With separate accounts, the issue is contained.
2. Better Performance
Separate accounts mean separate PHP processes, cron jobs, memory usage, and CPU limits. Your heavy-traffic site won’t slow down smaller ones.
With WHM, you can also assign limits per account to prevent one domain from hogging all server resources.
3. Resource Allocation
Assign different quotas for:
- Disk usage
- Bandwidth
- Email inbox size
- Database limits
This is useful for clients or project-based resource control — available in HostraGo VPS Hosting and Reseller Hosting.
4. Easier Backups and Restores
Instead of restoring a full account with 5 domains, you can backup/restore individual sites — which saves time and reduces downtime.
With tools like JetBackup or cPanel Backup Wizard, this becomes quick and efficient.
5. Independent Access for Teams or Clients
Give clients or team members access only to their site without exposing your entire account.
Ideal for:
- Web designers managing client hosting
- Agencies hosting multiple websites
- Freelancers offering managed hosting services
When Should You Use Separate Accounts?
- Hosting 2+ unrelated domains
- Developing client websites
- Running WordPress + custom app in parallel
- Needing different PHP versions per site
- Selling hosting via WHM (reseller hosting)
Using addon domains might seem easier initially, but separate accounts offer long-term advantages for professional use.
FAQs
1. Can I move addon domains to separate accounts later?
Yes, but it requires backing up, deleting the addon, and restoring the files into a new cPanel account.
2. Will this cost more in terms of hosting?
Not if you’re on VPS or reseller hosting where you can create unlimited cPanel accounts.
3. Is it possible to assign different PHP versions per cPanel?
Yes. WHM allows per-account PHP version settings via MultiPHP Manager.
4. Do I need WHM to manage separate accounts?
Yes. WHM is the control panel for creating and managing multiple cPanel accounts.
Conclusion
So, what is the benefit of different accounts for each domain? In short: everything. From security and speed to management and scalability, separate accounts give you the structure, safety, and stability your hosting setup needs.
At HostraGo, we offer WHM-enabled hosting environments with flexible cPanel account creation — perfect for freelancers, agencies, and businesses. You can manage each website independently, safely, and professionally.
