Introduction

When managing a Linux-based VPS or dedicated server, the command line can feel overwhelming. That’s where Webmin and Virtualmin come in. These open-source web-based interfaces allow you to manage your entire server—from users to databases to SSL—with just a few clicks.

Whether you’re deploying a web hosting platform, email server, or database system, installing Webmin and Virtualmin can significantly simplify your life. And when hosted on a robust, scalable VPS from Digitalberg, your infrastructure becomes powerful, secure, and easy to scale.

What is Webmin?

Webmin is a web-based interface for managing Unix-like systems. It simplifies complex terminal commands through a graphical dashboard where you can manage users, update packages, configure services, and more.

Key Features of Webmin:

  • Manage users, groups, and permissions
  • Start/stop services (Apache, MySQL, etc.)
  • Configure cron jobs, firewalls, and backups
  • Works with most Linux distributions: Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, Rocky Linux

Download:

Webmin Official Download Page

What is Virtualmin?

Virtualmin is a Webmin module designed to manage multiple virtual hosts, like cPanel, but open-source. It lets you host multiple websites with isolated configurations, domains, and databases—all from one panel.

Top Features:

  • Host multiple websites (Apache/Nginx)
  • Manage DNS, mail servers, and databases
  • Built-in backup, SSL, Let’s Encrypt
  • User delegation and reseller-friendly features

Download:

Virtualmin Official Download PageAttachment.tiff

How to Install Webmin on Ubuntu/Debian

sudo apt update
sudo apt install wget
wget https://www.webmin.com/download/deb/webmin-current.deb
sudo dpkg -i webmin-current.deb
sudo apt-get -f install

Access Webmin via: https://your-server-ip:10000

How to Install Virtualmin (Automated Script)

wget https://software.virtualmin.com/gpl/scripts/install.sh
sudo /bin/sh install.sh

Login via: https://your-server-ip:10000 (same as Webmin)

💡 Virtualmin installs Webmin automatically. If you’re planning to use Virtualmin, you don’t need to install Webmin separately.

Security Best Practices

  • Change the default port from 10000
  • Use UFW/CSF firewall to limit access
  • Always install SSL (Let’s Encrypt)
  • Create non-root admin users

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Conclusion

Webmin and Virtualmin provide a powerful, free alternative to cPanel and Plesk. They’re easy to install, secure, and offer complete control over your Linux server. Combined with the reliability of Digitalberg VPS, you get enterprise-grade hosting control without the cost.