How to Password Protect a Site in cPanel: A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to securing your website, one effective way is by password protecting it. In cPanel, the user-friendly control panel for managing web hosting accounts, you can easily set up password protection for your site.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to password protect a site in cPanel:

1. Log in to your cPanel account.
2. Locate and click on the 'Directory Privacy' or 'Password Protect Directories' icon.
3. Select the directory you want to protect.
4. Check the box 'Password protect this directory' and enter a name for the protected directory.
5. Click the 'Save' button.
6. Next, click on the 'Go Back' link.
7. Under 'Create User', enter a username and password for the protected directory.
8. Click 'Add/Modify authorized user'.
9. You will see a message confirming the user has been added.
10. Now, when someone tries to access the protected directory on your site, they will be prompted to enter the username and password you set up.

By following these simple steps, you can enhance the security of your website and prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.