Install VestaCP on VPS with Virtualizor

This article provides a guide for server administrators who want to install VestaCP on VPS server with Virtualizor.

What is VestaCP?

VestaCP is a free and open source server control panel software, distributed under the BSD license, with support for web, DNS, database, FTP and email servers. VestaCP can also be extended by numerous official and unofficial integrations and modules.

VestaCP's reputation for being user-friendly and for frequent updates and patches make it a popular choice for users looking for a free alternative to the premium control panels, which can start at $5/mo and cost as much as $1000/mo depending on brand and usage.

VestaCP System Requirements

To install VestaCP on a CentOS VPS, the following conditions must be met:

Designated fully-qualified domain name for the hostname (ex: server.yourdomain.com)
Hostname must resolve to a public IPv4 or Ipv6 address
Network Manager must be disabled
Minimum hardware requirements: 1 GHz CPU, 512 MB RAM, 20 GB Disk
Recommended minimum hardware: 1.1 GHz CPU, 2 GB RAM, 40 GB Disk

How to Install VestaCP on VPS Server with Virtualizor

Follow the steps provided to install VestaCP on a VPS using Virtualizor panel:

Login to Virtualizor
Navigate to "List VPS" (from side menu)
Select the VPS that VestaCP will be installed on
View VPS information to verify server details
Navigate to "Install" tab.
Select VestaCP from the "Control Panels" menu.
Click to accept the data loss warning and start the automated VestaCP installation.
Before the installation begins, you must shutdown the VPS by clicking the "STOP" icon, as shown in the image below:
Once the VPS has shutdown, click the "PLAY" icon to restart it, as shown below:
When the VPS has booted, your installation will begin.
An email with the control panel installation details will be sent.
You may now navigate to the VestaCP login screen in your browser to configure the VestaCP settings.