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Plesk is a popular web hosting control panel that simplifies server management, website hosting, and email administration. Installing Plesk on Debian 13 ensures a secure, reliable, and up-to-date hosting environment for your websites.
Step 1: Update Your System
Before installing Plesk, make sure your Debian system is fully updated to prevent conflicts and ensure smooth installation.
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
Step 2: Install Required Packages
Before running the Plesk installer, it is essential to ensure that your Debian system has all the necessary packages installed. These packages provide the required tools and dependencies to make the installation smooth and error-free.
sudo apt install wget curl sudo -y
Step 3: Download the Plesk Installer
After preparing your system, the next step is to download the official Plesk installer script. This script automates th installation process, ensuring that Plesk and all its dependencies are set up correctly.
wget https://autoinstall.plesk.com/plesk-installer
Step 4: Make the Installer Executable
Once the Plesk installer is downloaded, you need to grant it executable permissions. This step ensures the script can run properly on your Debian system without permission issues.
chmod +x plesk-installer
Step 5: Run the Plesk Installer
Run the installer to begin the interactive setup. You can choose the recommended components or customize your installation.
sudo ./plesk-installer
Step 6: Access Plesk Web Interface
After the installation completes, you can access the Plesk control panel through a web browser. This allows you to manage domains, email accounts, and server settings conveniently from a centralized interface.
https://your-server-ip:8443
Step 7: Log In to Plesk
Once you open the Plesk web interface, log in using the admin credentials you created during installation. This grants full access to manage your server, domains, and websites efficiently.
Username: admin
Password: <your-password>
Step 8: Secure Your Plesk Panel
Enable SSL, strong passwords, and configure the firewall to protect your Plesk panel from unauthorized access.
plesk bin admin --set-admin-password -passwd YourSecurePassword
plesk bin firewall --enable
Step 9: Update Plesk to the Latest Version
Keeping Plesk up to date ensures you have the latest security patches, performance improvements, and new features, providing a stable and secure server management environment.
sudo plesk installer update
