DirectAdmin License
DirectAdmin is a lightweight, fast and reliable web hosting control panel. Manage your servers effortlessly with an intuitive interface, unlimited domain support and powerful automation tools.
DirectAdmin is a lightweight, fast and reliable web hosting control panel. Manage your servers effortlessly with an intuitive interface, unlimited domain support and powerful automation tools.
Choose a DirectAdmin license to manage your server professionally and efficiently.
A DirectAdmin license with no user or domain limits for Cloud / VPS or dedicated servers. — Support in English only.
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Everything you need to know about DirectAdmin, server management and licensing.
DirectAdmin is a web-based server control panel designed for managing web hosting services. It provides administrators, resellers and end users with an intuitive graphical interface to manage domains, email accounts, FTP accounts, databases, DNS records and SSL certificates. Known for its lightweight architecture and low resource consumption, DirectAdmin is an excellent alternative to heavier control panels, especially for VPS and dedicated servers with limited resources.
While both are popular hosting control panels, they differ in several key areas. DirectAdmin is significantly lighter on system resources — it uses less RAM and CPU compared to cPanel, making it ideal for smaller VPS instances. DirectAdmin offers a more affordable licensing model with no account limits on standard licenses. cPanel provides a broader ecosystem of third-party plugins, while DirectAdmin focuses on core functionality with a clean, modern interface. Both support PHP, MySQL, email hosting and SSL management.
DirectAdmin can be installed on a clean Linux server (AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Ubuntu, Debian, CloudLinux) with a single command. After purchasing your license from BurtiNET, your server IP is activated instantly. You then SSH into your server and run the DirectAdmin setup script, which automatically installs and configures Apache/Nginx, PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, Exim mail server and all necessary components. The entire installation process typically takes 10–15 minutes. BurtiNET's support team can assist with the installation if needed.
Yes, DirectAdmin supports running multiple PHP versions simultaneously through CustomBuild 2.0, its built-in software management system. You can install PHP 7.4, 8.0, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3 and newer versions side by side, and assign different PHP versions to different domains or user accounts. DirectAdmin also supports both PHP-FPM and mod_php handlers, allowing you to optimize performance based on your specific workload requirements.
Yes, DirectAdmin is compatible with both virtual private servers (VPS/VDS) and dedicated/physical servers. Thanks to its lightweight design, DirectAdmin runs efficiently even on VPS instances with as little as 1 GB of RAM. The license covers a single server installation based on the server's IP address. DirectAdmin supports all major web servers including Apache, Nginx and OpenLiteSpeed, giving you flexibility in your server stack.
DirectAdmin licenses are issued per server based on the server's primary IP address. After purchasing a license from BurtiNET, your IP is registered instantly and you can begin installation immediately. The license is validated automatically during DirectAdmin startup. If you change your server's IP address, you can update the license through your BurtiNET panel. DirectAdmin offers unlimited domain and user accounts on all license tiers, with no per-account fees.
DirectAdmin is one of the most popular web hosting control panels in the industry, trusted by thousands of hosting providers worldwide. First released in 2003, DirectAdmin has built a reputation for being fast, stable, lightweight and affordable. Unlike heavier alternatives, DirectAdmin focuses on delivering essential hosting management features with minimal server resource overhead, making it the preferred choice for administrators who value efficiency and reliability.
DirectAdmin features a modern, responsive web interface called Evolution that works seamlessly on desktops, tablets and mobile devices. The interface is organized into three access levels — Administrator, Reseller and User — each with role-appropriate tools and dashboards. Administrators can manage server-wide settings, monitor resource usage and configure security policies. Resellers can create and manage user packages, allocate resources and oversee their customer base. End users get a straightforward dashboard to manage domains, emails, databases and files.
One of DirectAdmin's most powerful features is CustomBuild 2.0, a built-in command-line tool that allows administrators to compile, update and manage all server software from a single interface. CustomBuild supports Apache, Nginx, OpenLiteSpeed, multiple PHP versions (with PHP-FPM support), MySQL, MariaDB, Exim, Dovecot, SpamAssassin and many other components. Updates can be configured to run automatically, ensuring your server software is always up to date with the latest security patches.
DirectAdmin is engineered for performance. Its compiled binary architecture (written in C++) means it consumes minimal CPU and RAM — typically using less than 100 MB of memory for the control panel itself. This leaves more server resources available for hosting websites and applications. Combined with support for Nginx as a reverse proxy, PHP-FPM process management and MariaDB optimization, DirectAdmin enables administrators to serve more websites on the same hardware compared to resource-heavier alternatives.
DirectAdmin includes comprehensive security features out of the box. Built-in brute-force protection (BFM) monitors login attempts and automatically blocks suspicious IP addresses. Let's Encrypt integration provides free, auto-renewing SSL certificates for all hosted domains. ModSecurity WAF support protects against web application attacks. ClamAV integration scans emails for viruses. IP blocking, two-factor authentication, and detailed access logs provide additional layers of security for both administrators and end users.
BurtiNET provides instant-activation DirectAdmin licenses at competitive prices, backed by 24/7 Turkish-speaking technical support. All licenses include unlimited domains and user accounts with no hidden fees. Combined with our high-performance VPS and dedicated server infrastructure in Turkey, you get a complete, turnkey hosting solution. Our team can assist with installation, configuration and optimization to ensure your DirectAdmin server runs at peak performance.
