How to Purchase a cPanel License for Your WHM Server

1. What Is a cPanel License?

To use the full functionality of cPanel and WHM, you must purchase a valid license from WebPros International. Each server requires its own license, and without it, the software will not operate fully.

2. Ways to Purchase a cPanel License

You can purchase a cPanel license using one of the following methods:

• Activate a free 15‑day trial during initial installation
• Buy a license through the Manage2 partner interface
• Purchase directly from the cPanel Store

2.1 Purchase Through WHM

If your server is running a trial license, WHM displays a banner allowing you to purchase a license directly.

Steps to Purchase from WHM:

• Log in to WHM as root or a reseller with root‑level privileges
• Click Purchase a License in the Trial License banner
• Log in to your cPanel Store account
• Confirm the license type and detected IP address
• Accept the agreements and complete the payment

Command to Verify License:

/usr/local/cpanel/cpkeyclt

3. Purchase from the cPanel Store

This method allows you to buy a license directly from the official cPanel Store.

Steps to Purchase:

• Log in to the cPanel Store
• Select your license type and click Order Now
• Enter your server’s IP address
• Select any addons you want
• Review your order and click Checkout
• Accept WebPros legal agreements
• Complete the payment

Important Note:

First‑time buyers may be asked to verify their identity. cPanel Customer Support will contact you if needed.

4. Purchase Through Manage2

This method is available for official cPanel Partners.

Steps to Purchase:

• Log in to Manage2
• Navigate to Dashboard » Licenses » Add License
• Enter the server IP, group, package, and license type
• Click Add License

5. Renewing a Canceled or Expired License

The renewal process depends on how long the license has been expired.

5.1 Licenses Expired Less Than 30 Days

• Log in to the cPanel Store
• Locate the pending invoice
• Click Pay Now
• Complete the payment to reactivate the license

5.2 Licenses Expired More Than 30 Days

You must purchase a new license.

Steps to Purchase a New License:

• Go to Order New Services in the cPanel Store
• Select the license type and enter your server IP
• Review your order and click Checkout
• Select your account or create a new one
• Accept the EULA and legal agreements
• Complete the payment

6. Verify License Activation

After purchasing or renewing, your license activates immediately. If WHM does not update, run the following command:

/usr/local/cpanel/cpkeyclt

Conclusion

You can purchase a cPanel license through WHM, the cPanel Store, or Manage2. Renewal options depend on how long the license has been expired. Following the steps in this guide ensures smooth activation and uninterrupted access to your WHM server.