Having root-level access to a server means that you can view and modify any file on it, which includes essential system files. You may also set up software which can update specific settings on the server throughout the, so the installation can be performed only if you're signed in as the root user. The latter has full privileges, i.e. you'll have full control over your machine whenever you want and you will be able to perform anything you need. You can also make other users either with identical rights or with fewer rights, depending on what you require them for - day-to-day tasks, other server admins, etcetera. To be on the safe side, it is usually recommended to use the root account only when you actually need it and not for tasks that can be done using other accounts. You can use a web-based graphical interface or a Secure Shell console to connect with the server and to control it at the root level.

Full Root-level Access in VPS Servers

When you purchase a VPS servers from our company, you'll have full root-level access in three cases - if the server comes with no website hosting Control Panel at all, or if you select cPanel throughout the order process. In the first case, you will be able to modify any part of the system from a Secure Shell console, whereas in the second, you will still be able to use SSH in order to connect and to make adjustments, still you will also have a graphical interface available to take care of your online content and the majority of the system settings. The root access makes our virtual server plans an excellent choice if you need to run any software which you can not install in a standard shared hosting account. With the last Control Panel option - Hepsia, you will be able to connect by way of SSH and to manage the content on the server, yet the root access privileges will be more limited.

Full Root-level Access in Dedicated Servers

You'll have full root-level access to your dedicated server whatever the package you select during the registration process, as long as the server is provided with cPanel, or with no website hosting Control Panel at all. In all of these 3 cases, you're able to modify any part of the software environment in any way you find fit, which makes our server packages perfect for resource-demanding apps with specific requirements which cannot be covered if you use a shared hosting account. The main difference between these options is the fact that using cPanel you will have a web-based graphical interface to manage many different server-side options and also any website content that you generate or upload, whereas when you order the server devoid of Control Panel, you will have to do everything using a Secure Shell console or to set up a Control Panel of your own liking, if it is compatible with the Operating System that you've chosen throughout the sign up process. With the third Control Panel option which you'll be able to pick on the order page - Hepsia, the root access will be restricted.