Here’s a step-by-step guide to check both disk usage of directories and bandwidth usage in cPanel.
1. Checking Disk Usage
Step 1: Log in to cPanel
- Open your browser and navigate to your cPanel login page (e.g.,
https://yourdomain.com:2083). - Enter your username and password, then click Log in.
Step 2: Open the Disk Usage Tool
- Scroll down to the Files section.
- Click on Disk Usage.
Step 3: View Disk Usage
- In the Disk Usage interface, you’ll see a summary of how your storage is being used.
- The bar graph at the top provides a visual representation of usage.
- Below the graph, you can view a detailed breakdown of storage usage by directory.
Step 4: Drill Down into Directories
- Use the expandable file tree at the bottom to explore specific folders and see their disk usage.
- Click on the folder name to navigate to that directory in the File Manager if needed.
Tips for Disk Usage Management
- Clean Unnecessary Files: Delete old backups, logs, or unused files to free up space.
- Optimize Databases: Use the phpMyAdmin tool to clean and optimize databases.
- Check Email Storage: Delete old or large email attachments if your account includes email storage.
2. Checking Bandwidth Usage
Step 1: Open the Bandwidth Tool
- In the cPanel dashboard, scroll to the Metrics section.
- Click on Bandwidth.
Step 2: View Bandwidth Usage
- In the Bandwidth interface, you’ll see a graphical overview of your account’s bandwidth usage.
- The graph displays usage for the past 24 hours, the past week, and the past year.
- Bandwidth usage includes:
- HTTP/HTTPS traffic: Visits to your website.
- POP/IMAP/SMTP traffic: Email activity.
- FTP traffic: File transfers.
Step 3: Analyze Details
- Scroll down to see a breakdown of bandwidth usage by protocol (e.g., HTTP, SMTP).
- Look for unusual spikes that might indicate increased traffic or issues like unauthorized access.
Tips for Bandwidth Management
- Optimize Website Content: Compress images, enable caching, and use a CDN to reduce bandwidth usage.
- Monitor Suspicious Activity: Excessive bandwidth usage could indicate bot activity or a potential attack.
- Upgrade Hosting Plan: If you consistently exceed bandwidth limits, consider upgrading your plan.
By regularly monitoring your disk and bandwidth usage in cPanel, you can ensure your website operates smoothly and avoid potential overage fees.
