How to Change Password for Admin Account of DirectAdmin?

Changing the password for an admin account in DirectAdmin is a straightforward process. Here s a step-by-step guide to help you do it:

Method 1: Through the DirectAdmin Interface

Log into DirectAdmin:

• Access the DirectAdmin login page.
• Enter your admin username and password.

Navigate to the Admin Level:

• Once logged in, ensure you are at the "Admin Level" interface.

Go to Admin Tools:

• Find and click on the "Password" link. This is usually found under the "Account Manager" section or similar.

Change Password:

• You will see a form to change the password.
• Enter the current password.

Enter the new password.

• Confirm the new password by entering it again.

Save Changes:

• Click on the "Submit" or "Save" button to apply the changes.

Logout and Re-login:

• Log out of DirectAdmin and log back in using the new password to ensure the changes have been applied successfully.

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Method 2: Through SSH (if you have root access to the server)

Access the Server via SSH:

• Use an SSH client to connect to your server.

Log in as Root:

• Enter your root credentials.

Change to DirectAdmin Scripts Directory:

• Navigate to the DirectAdmin scripts directory by entering the following command:

bash

/usr/local/directadmin/scripts

Run the Password Change Script:

• Execute the script to change the admin password. Replace newpassword with your desired new password:

bash

./passwd admin newpassword

Confirm the Change:

• You should see a confirmation message indicating that the password has been successfully changed.

Logout and Re-login:

• Log out of DirectAdmin and log back in using the new password to ensure the changes have been applied successfully.

Tips for a Strong Password

1. Length: Use a password that is at least 12 characters long.
2. Complexity: Include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
3. Avoid Common Words: Do not use easily guessable words or phrases.
4. Unique Password: Ensure the password is unique and not used for other accounts.

By following these steps, you can easily change the password for an admin account in DirectAdmin, ensuring your account remains secure.