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A clean panel for the site owner
Domain, files, email accounts, databases and SSL on one screen. Get a free SSL certificate in one click, create a backup and edit DNS records.
SSL and backups guide →Server control panel
DirectAdmin License
A light, fast and clean hosting control panel. Get the genuine license and we install it on your cloud server, VPS or dedicated server.
Everything it takes to install the panel and keep it running.
- 01Genuine licenseThe official DirectAdmin license. Automatic upgrades and updates come with it.
- 02Free installationWe install it on your server ourselves. Installation usually takes 15 to 30 minutes.
- 03Unlimited technical supportOpen a ticket whenever you get stuck, during setup or after; the answer comes straight from the team.
- 04Light on resourcesThe panel uses little memory and CPU, which leaves more for your sites, databases and email.
- 05Clean interface, five themesThemes differ by purpose, so you can work with an advanced or a minimal interface.
- 06Backups and securityTake and restore backups from the panel. A firewall, SSL and user permission levels are built in.
Three levels, three separate screens.
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You open the customer accounts
At reseller level you enter the username and domain, choose a package and create the account. Each customer logs in to their own panel; quotas and usage show on your screen.
Which plan suits you →
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The whole server on one screen
You watch the status of services, disk, memory and CPU usage and the license status, and manage accounts, resellers and updates from here.
Installation steps on a VPS →Three levels, each focused on its own job.
One DirectAdmin installation gives you three separate interfaces: user, reseller and administrator. You can browse all three in the official demo panel.
User panel
The site owner manages the domain, files, email, databases and SSL here.
- Demo user
- demouser
- Password
- demo
Reseller panel
The reseller creates accounts for their own customers, defines packages and distributes resources.
- Demo user
- demoreseller
- Password
- demo
Admin panel
The administrator sees the whole server: accounts, resellers, services, security and updates.
- Demo user
- demoadmin
- Password
- demo
How many accounts will you manage?
Plans differ by the account and domain limit; the panel and features are the same in all of them. Pick a currency and prices update instantly.
Currency
2 accounts, 20 domains
Personal
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excl. VAT
- 2 accounts, 20 domains
- Genuine DirectAdmin license
- Unlimited technical support
- Automatic upgrades and updates
- Free installation
- On cloud, VPS or dedicated servers
10 accounts, 50 domains
Lite
— / mo
excl. VAT
- 10 accounts, 50 domains
- Genuine DirectAdmin license
- Unlimited technical support
- Automatic upgrades and updates
- Free installation
- On cloud, VPS or dedicated servers
Unlimited accounts and domains
Standard
— / mo
excl. VAT
- Unlimited accounts and domains
- Genuine DirectAdmin license
- Unlimited technical support
- Automatic upgrades and updates
- Free installation
- On cloud, VPS or dedicated servers
Prices exclude VAT; 20% VAT is added at checkout. The license renews monthly. The currency you choose carries over to the cart as selected.
Which plan fits me?
Tell us how many sites and customer accounts you will host and we will pick the right plan together.
Three steps from order to a working panel.
- 01Choose a planPick Personal, Lite or Standard by the number of accounts and domains you will manage, and complete the order.
- 02Tell us about your serverThe license is tied to the server’s IP address. You send the access details with a support ticket.
- 03We do the installationWe install DirectAdmin on your server, make the first settings and hand you your panel login.
Who it is for
From a single site to hundreds of accounts.
- One project, one serverThe Personal plan is enough for developers and businesses who publish their own sites on their own server.
- Agencies and small hosting firmsFor those who gather client sites on one server, the Lite plan gives every account its own panel.
- Hosting resellersFor those who build their own hosting service with unlimited accounts, the Standard plan opens customer accounts through the reseller level.
About DirectAdmin
Why a light hosting panel pays off.
DirectAdmin is a commercial hosting control panel for Linux servers that manages websites, domains, email, databases and SSL certificates from a web interface. Without touching the command line you create accounts, add domains, set up mailboxes and take backups.
The panel’s most notable trait is that it is light. Because it uses less memory and CPU, even a small VPS has enough left for the web server, email and database. That is why it is favoured both by people who publish a few sites on one server and by small firms that resell hosting. For those looking for a cPanel alternative it stands out for its clean interface and license cost.
At Kariha we do not just sell the license; we install DirectAdmin on your server for free. What the panel is, how it differs from cPanel, the installation steps and how to handle SSL and backups are covered in detail in the guides below.
On DirectAdmin
DirectAdmin · 14 October 2026 · 3 min
What is DirectAdmin? Features and who should use it
DirectAdmin is a light hosting panel that manages sites, email and databases on Linux servers. What it does, who it suits and what to watch for.
DirectAdmin · 14 October 2026 · 3 min
cPanel or DirectAdmin? Which one to choose
We compared cPanel and DirectAdmin on interface, resource use, license cost and learning time. Find out which one suits your project.
DirectAdmin · 14 October 2026 · 3 min
Installing DirectAdmin on a VPS: step-by-step guide
How to install DirectAdmin on a VPS or server: requirements, hostname setup, the install script and first steps after login. You can leave it to us too.
FAQ
About the DirectAdmin license
What is DirectAdmin?
DirectAdmin is a hosting control panel for Linux servers that manages websites, domains, email, databases and SSL certificates from a single interface. It is known for being light on resources.
How soon can I use the license?
Once the order is complete you send us your server details; installation usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. It can vary slightly with the server’s performance and its current configuration.
Is installation charged?
No. We install DirectAdmin on your server for free.
Which servers can it be installed on?
Cloud server, VPS or dedicated server does not matter; a Linux distribution supported by DirectAdmin (such as AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Debian or Ubuntu) is enough. It does not run on Windows servers.
What is the difference between the plans?
The panel and features are the same; the difference is the number of accounts you can manage. The Personal plan has 2 accounts and 20 domains, the Lite plan 10 accounts and 50 domains. The Standard plan has unlimited accounts and domains.
cPanel or DirectAdmin?
Both are widely used hosting panels. DirectAdmin is lighter, uses less memory and CPU, and has a simpler interface. cPanel offers a wider range of features and add-ons but takes more resources. For small and medium hosting, DirectAdmin is often enough; it is a good choice if budget and speed are your priorities.
Is the panel secure?
Yes. DirectAdmin has user permission levels, a firewall, SSL support and detailed logs. The automatic updates that come with the license also cover security patches.
How is payment made?
The license renews monthly. Prices are shown excluding VAT; 20% VAT is added at checkout. You can choose Turkish lira, dollar, euro or pound when ordering.
Can I change the plan later?
When you need more accounts, write to us and we move your license to a higher plan.
Get in touch
Is DirectAdmin License right for your business?
Let us look at it together. We will show you a sample site and walk you through setup and the process. Write, call or fill in the form, and we reply the same day.