Changing the document root for the main domain

Question

How do you change the document root of a cPanel account's main domain?

Answer

The document root of a main domain on a cPanel account cannot be changed from public_html. This is mentioned in our documentation here:

Manage the Domain | cPanel & WHM Documentation

• You cannot change the document root directory for the Main Domain.

You can, however, customize the document root of a subdomain or addon domain, with the steps to do so outlined here:

How can I change the document root for an Addon Domain or Subdomain?