The cPanel is a unix based web hosting control panel with a graphical interface and automation tools that are designed to simplify the process of hosting a website. The 3 tier structure provides functionality for administrators, resellers and end-users so that they may control the website through standard web browsers. Since cPanel is designed to function as a dedicated server or virtual private server and supports many applications, web hosting service providers and developers are able to automate standard system administration processes easily.

cPanel hosts offer services with the kind of flexibility required in order to fully automate point-and-click hosting platforms. The multiple aspects of administration including admin, resellers, end user and email based applications provide security and ease of use for all levels of interface, from the server administrator to the email account user.