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How to Change the Password of the WHM Root Account in WHM
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How to Change the Password of the WHM Root Account in WHM

June 21, 2026

Overview: How to Change the Password of the WHM Root Account in WHM

This guide explains How to Change the Password of the WHM Root Account in WHM step‑by‑step and why it matters for security, uptime, and performance. It’s written for small and medium businesses that rely on Blackhawk MSP for proactive, managed IT support in the Bay Area and beyond.

  • ✅ Clear, actionable steps
  • ✅ Best‑practice notes from our MSP engineers
  • ✅ Links to related services and help
Tip: If you’re short on time, contact us — we’ll handle this for you and verify everything is working.

You can change the root user account password from WHM.



1. Log in to your WHM Root Account.


2. Go to Server Configuration >> Change Root Password or type Change Root in the menu filter box. The option will appear. Click on it.
How to Change the Password of the WHM Root Account in WHM


3. Enter your new password or use the password generator option to generate a new random password. Make sure that you save your new password and keep it in a safe place.
How to Change the Password of the WHM Root Account in WHM


4. Click on Change Password.


Your password will be changed, and you can log in to your WHM root account with your new one.

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Need help? Blackhawk MSP can do this for you, verify success, and document the change. Call 1‑925‑218‑4000 or open a ticket.

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