How to Recreate Hosting Account in Plesk Control

Recreate hosting account in Plesk Control Panel involves removing the existing account and re-creating it. This is typically done to fix issues or reset configurations. Here’s a step-by-step guide

Important Notes:

1. Backup Data: Before proceeding, back up all website files, databases, and email accounts associated with the hosting account.
2. Data Loss Warning: Removing a hosting account in Plesk will delete all associated data.
3. Permissions: Ensure you have administrator-level access to Plesk.

Step 1: Back Up the Hosting Account

1. Log in to Plesk: Access your Plesk control panel using administrator credentials.
2. Navigate to the Account:
   • Go to Websites & Domains.
   • Select the domain/hosting account you want to recreate.
3. Back Up Data:
   • Use the Backup Manager under the account settings to back up website files and databases.
   • Download email data manually (via an email client or export feature) if email accounts exist.

Step 2: Remove the Hosting Account

1. Navigate to Subscriptions or Hosting Accounts:
   • Go to Subscriptions or Customers depending on your Plesk interface.
2. Remove Subscription:
   • Locate the subscription/account you want to delete.
   • Click on the Remove or Delete button.
   • Confirm the deletion.

Step 3: Recreate Hosting Account

1. Create a New Account:
   • Go to Subscriptions or Add Subscription in the Plesk dashboard.
   • Click Add Subscription or Add New Account.
2. Provide Required Details:
   • Domain Name: Enter the domain name for the hosting account.
   • Hosting Settings: Configure hosting type (shared hosting, VPS, etc.), web hosting features, and resource limits.
   • Admin Credentials: Set up credentials for the new account.
3. Save Changes:
   • Once all details are entered, click OK or Create to set up the new hosting account.

Step 4: Restore Backups

1. Upload Backup Files:
   • Navigate to Backup Manager in the new hosting account.
   • Upload and restore the backups taken earlier.
2. Reconfigure DNS Settings:
   • If necessary, update DNS settings to point to the new hosting account.
3. Test the Setup:
   • Verify that website files, databases, and email accounts are restored and functioning as expected.

Tips:

• Email Accounts: If email accounts were associated with the hosting, recreate them under the new account and restore data.
• SSL Certificates: Reinstall SSL certificates if required.
• Custom Settings: Reapply any custom configurations, such as cron jobs or PHP settings.

By following these steps, you can successfully recreate a hosting account in Plesk without permanent data loss. If you encounter issues, consult Plesk’s official documentation or your hosting provider’s support team for assistance.