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Steps to Customize cPanel Using the Branding Editor

Introduction

Changing the look of cPanel makes it look professional. You can easily add your company logo or a company footer. Here is how to copy an existing style, edit it, and set it as the new default.

What is cPanel Branding?

cPanel branding is an option that allows customization of the user interface, including logos, icons, and other visual elements. This maintains your control panel in line with your brand image. You are able to change the default logos and icons to ensure that the users experience something unique. It is a feature that is accessed via the Web Host Manager (WHM) panel.

Steps to Modify cPanel Branding in WHM

WHM gives access to manage server-wide settings.

How to enter the Branding Editor: To begin with, you need to log in to WHM and find the appropriate tool.

  • Log in to WHM with administrative credentials.
  • Search for the feature. The search box is on the top-left. Enter the word branding, and then when it appears, select Branding.
  • Select the editor. Two branding options are displayed on the page for cPanel and webmail. Click on the ‘Live Editor’ link next to the one you wish to edit.

Customizing a New Style: To customize an existing style, copy it and edit it.

  • Create a new style by clicking on the ‘Create or Upload Branding’ button.
  • Name the new template. In the ‘Create a new branding style’ section, name your custom template and then click Create. The creation is confirmed by a message of success. Call it my-cpanel as an example.
  • Go back to the Editor by clicking on the ‘Go Back to Branding Editor’ button.
  • To find and edit the style, scroll down, and find the custom branding style that you have just made, and click the ‘Edit this Style’ button.
  • Find new customization: You will be presented with numerous settings to customize, such as logos, icons, headers, footers, UI elements, and others. E
    • Edit Logos – Choose a new logo file or edit the CSS of logos.
    • Edit Icons – Replace the icon buttons that appear in cPanel. You can choose a new file.
    • Edit Header/Footer – Edit images and buttons in both parts.
    • Edit UI – Customize appearance and responses on the click
    • Edit Preview Images – Change the appearance of the style in the Editor list.
    • Edit HTML Pages- Edit the HTML code of the style directly.
    • Edit Style Sheet – Edit the CSS code.

Making the New Style Default: Make the customized style the default, such that new users get to see your branded panel automatically.

  • Set the default. Select Set Default on New Accounts in the Branding Editor.
  • Apply the changes. Then the custom-branded cPanel is made the default for all new accounts.

Cantech’s Hosting Features for You

Cantech offers resellers and clients powerful tools.

  • WHM Access – We provide you with complete WHM access to customize and manage the environment of your clients.
  • Customization Freedom – Brand cPanel as your own, creating trust and brand recognition with the customers.
  • Reliable Platform – Our system facilitates smooth WHM and cPanel operations.

Conclusion

The WHM Branding Editor is easy to use for customizing cPanel. Design a unique appearance for your customers and boost your brand presence. You have now learned how to copy, edit, and make a custom style the default.

FAQs About cPanel Branding

Who can change cPanel branding?

Branding can only be changed by users who have root access or WHM access, which is normally the dedicated/VPS server owners and web hosts.

Does cPanel branding impact webmail?

Yes, the Branding section of WHM allows customization of both cPanel and the webmail interface.

Is it possible to reuse the original cPanel style?

Yes. In the list of the Branding Editor, choose the default theme and make it the default once again to go back to the original style.

Does custom branding slow down cPanel performance?

No, custom branding requires minor modifications in files and does not have a significant impact on performance or loading time.

Can I upload a full theme instead of just changing logos?

The Branding Editor is highly customizable, enabling the use of logos, icons, CSS, etc., to produce a unique theme for your clients.

January 19, 2026