To list all subdomains in your hosting account, log into cPanel and navigate to the Subdomains section, where you'll find a complete list of all subdomains associated with your domains. This interface displays each subdomain's main domain, owner, and any associated addon or parked domains, making it easy to manage all your site sections from one place.
Subdomains help you organize different sections of your website with memorable URLs. Instead of using a long path like example.com/blog, you can create blog.example.com for easier navigation and better organization.
Understanding Subdomains
A subdomain functions as a separate section of your main website. For example, if your main domain is example.com, you might create:
- shop.example.com for your online store
- blog.example.com for your blog content
- support.example.com for customer help
- docs.example.com for documentation
Subdomains are often easier for visitors to remember than directory-based URLs like example.com/shop or example.com/blog. They also allow you to host different content types or applications on separate parts of your domain.
Accessing the Subdomain List in cPanel
The Subdomains interface in cPanel provides a complete overview of all subdomains under your hosting account. To access this list:
- Log into your cPanel account
- Navigate to the Domains section
- Click on Subdomains
- View the complete list of all your subdomains
This interface displays comprehensive information about each subdomain, making management straightforward even if you have multiple domains and subdomains.
Understanding the Subdomain List Columns
The subdomain list displays several columns of information to help you manage your subdomains effectively:
Domain Column
This column shows the main domain associated with each subdomain. If you host multiple domains at OBHost, this helps you quickly identify which parent domain each subdomain belongs to.
User Column
The User column displays the account owner of the subdomain. This is particularly useful if you have multiple users or sub-accounts within your hosting environment.
Subdomain Column
This column shows the full subdomain name. For example, if you created a subdomain called "store" for example.com, this column would display "store.example.com".
Addon or Parked Domain Column
This column indicates whether the subdomain is associated with an addon domain or parked domain (also called an alias). Addon domains allow you to host additional websites under the same hosting account, while parked domains point multiple domain names to the same website content.
Searching and Sorting Your Subdomains
The subdomain list includes helpful features for managing large numbers of subdomains:
Search Function: Use the search text box to quickly find specific subdomains by entering any of the following:
- Domain name
- Username
- Subdomain name
- Addon domain name
- Parked domain name
Sorting Options: Click on any column header to sort the list alphabetically. This makes it easy to organize your subdomains by domain, user, or subdomain name.
Managing Parked and Addon Domains
If a subdomain has an associated addon or parked domain, you'll see an "Unpark" option in the interface. Clicking this button removes the addon or parked domain association from that subdomain.
Important: Before unparking a domain, make sure you understand the impact. Unparking an addon domain will remove the associated website, while unparking a parked domain will remove the domain alias pointing to that location.
Why List Your Subdomains?
Regularly reviewing your subdomain list helps you:
- Maintain an organized hosting environment
- Identify unused or forgotten subdomains
- Verify subdomain configurations
- Track which users own which subdomains
- Manage addon and parked domain associations
- Plan for future subdomain needs
Keeping track of your subdomains is an essential part of maintaining a well-organized website structure and hosting account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many subdomains can I create in my hosting account?
The number of subdomains you can create depends on your hosting plan with OBHost. Most plans allow unlimited subdomains, but it's best to check your specific plan details or contact our sales team for confirmation.
Can I delete a subdomain from the list view?
The list view is primarily for viewing and searching subdomains. To delete a subdomain, you'll need to use the main Subdomains management interface in cPanel, where you'll find the delete or remove options for each subdomain.
What's the difference between an addon domain and a parked domain on a subdomain?
An addon domain allows you to host a completely separate website with its own content, while a parked domain (or alias) simply points another domain name to the same content as the subdomain. Addon domains have their own directories, whereas parked domains share the same directory as the subdomain they're parked on.
Why do some of my subdomains show different users in the list?
If you have multiple cPanel users or sub-accounts within your hosting environment, each subdomain is associated with the user who created it. This helps maintain proper ownership and permissions across your hosting account.
If you need help managing your subdomains or have questions about your hosting account, the OBHost support team is available 24/7. Visit our contact page or email support@obhost.org for assistance.
