How to Change the Login Theme for cPanel/WHM/Webmail from WHM
(Root Access Required)
Evans
Last Update 8 months ago
As the server administrator, you can change the default login theme that users see when accessing cPanel, WHM, or Webmail. This can be useful for branding or creating a more modern user experience.
Note: You must have root access to WHM to make this change. Reseller accounts do not have access to this setting.
1. Log in to WHM as Root
Open your web browser and log in to WHM using your root credentials.
In the WHM search bar at the top-left, type:
- Click on Tweak Settings under the Server Configuration section.
In the Tweak Settings interface, click on the Display tab.
Look for the setting labeled:
Use the dropdown to select your desired theme.
The available themes usually include options like paper_lantern or jupiter.
Jupiter is the current default for modern cPanel interfaces.
Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Save.
Your changes will be applied immediately.
Visit the login pages for:
You should now see the updated login theme in use.
Customizing the login theme can improve brand consistency, especially if you're managing multiple client accounts or reselling hosting.
