How to Check the Version of cPanel/WHM?

This guide shows you three different methods to check which version of cPanel/WHM is installed on your server. Knowing your cPanel version is important for troubleshooting, compatibility checks, and ensuring you have the latest security updates.

How to Check the Version

1. Method 1: Using the cpanel Command

   Log in to your WHM account with root access.

   

   Choose Server Configuration from the menu.

   

   Select the Terminal option.

   

   Enter the following command and press Enter:

   /usr/local/cpanel/cpanel -V

   The output will show your version, for example:

   98.0 (build 12)

   

2. Method 2: Using the Version File

   Log in to your WHM account with root access.

   

   Select Server Configuration from the menu.

   

   Click on the Terminal option.

   

   Enter the following command and press Enter:

   cat /usr/local/cpanel/version

   The output will display the version number, for example:

   11.98.0.12

   

3. Method 3: From the cPanel Dashboard

   Log in to the cPanel control panel.

   

   Click on Server Information in the right-side margin of the screen. You will be directed to the Server Information page where you can check the cPanel version.