How to specify a custom Document Root for a new domain

Introduction

This article covers setting a custom document root for a new domain.

Procedure

1) Navigate to the following location in cPanel.

Home > Domains > Domains

2) Enter your domain in the "Domain" text box.

3) Uncheck the "Share document root" checkbox.

4) Enter the desired Document Root in the Document Root text box. This path will be relative to the account's home directory.