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How to Change Your DirectAdmin Control Panel Password

Last updated on Aug 08, 2025

How to Change Your DirectAdmin Control Panel Password

A step-by-step guide for shared hosting customers and resellers to securely reset and manage DirectAdmin account passwords. This article covers how to change your own password, how resellers can modify end-user passwords via the Brixly client area, and how to manage user passwords within DirectAdmin itself.

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Changing Your DirectAdmin Account Password (End User)

If you are a shared hosting customer with direct access to DirectAdmin, follow these steps to change your password:

  1. Log in to DirectAdminOpen your browser and navigate to your DirectAdmin login URL (e.g., https://yourdomain.com:2222).Enter your username and current password.
  2. Access Password ManagementOnce logged in, go to the menu and select Password or look for “Change Password” under your account settings.
  3. Set a New Password
    • Enter your current password for verification.
    • Enter your new password in the provided field.
    • Confirm your new password by entering it again.
  4. Save ChangesClick Submit or Save to apply the new password.
  5. Log Out and TestLog out of DirectAdmin and log in again using your new password to confirm the change.

Example:

Current Password: oldpassword123
New Password:    StrongP@ssw0rd!
Confirm:         StrongP@ssw0rd!

Changing a DirectAdmin Password from the Client Area (Reseller/Owner)

As a reseller or main account holder, you can reset a DirectAdmin user’s password from the Brixly client area without needing server admin access.

  1. Log in to the Brixly Client AreaGo to Brixly Client Area and log in with your credentials.
  2. Navigate to ServicesClick on Services > My Services.
  3. Find the Relevant DirectAdmin AccountLocate your DirectAdmin hosting service and click Manage.
  4. Select “Change Password” OptionIn the management panel, look for Change Password (or similar).Enter the new password and confirm it.
  5. Update and Notify the UserSave the changes. Communicate the new password securely to your user/client.

Managing User Passwords as a Reseller in DirectAdmin

Resellers can manage (reset) passwords for their clients’ DirectAdmin accounts via the DirectAdmin panel.

  1. Log in to DirectAdmin as ResellerAccess your reseller DirectAdmin panel.
  2. **Go to “User Level” or “List Users”**Navigate to Account Manager > List Users.
  3. Select the User AccountFind the user whose password needs to be changed.
  4. Change Password
    • Click the user’s name to enter their account management.
    • Look for the Change Password option.
    • Enter and confirm the new password.
    • Save your changes.

Example:

Username: clientuser1
New Password: Secur3UserP@ss

> Tip: Always encourage your users to update their passwords after receiving a temporary one.

Troubleshooting Password Issues

  • **Forgotten Password:**If you cannot log into DirectAdmin, use the “Forgot Password” link (if available) on the login page. If not, reset via the client area or contact your reseller.
  • **Password Not Working:**Ensure there are no spaces accidentally copied before/after the password. Passwords are case-sensitive.
  • **Account Locked:**Too many failed attempts may temporarily lock the account. Wait a few minutes and try again, or contact support if the problem persists.

Security Best Practices

  • Use a strong password: Combine uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.
  • Do not reuse passwords from other accounts.
  • Change your DirectAdmin password regularly and after any suspected compromise.
  • Store passwords securely using a password manager.

**Need further help?**If you are unable to reset your password using the steps above, please submit a support ticket via the Brixly Client Area with relevant details. Our team is here to assist!

Stay secure and manage your DirectAdmin hosting with confidence!