How to Create a Subdomain in cPanel

A subdomain is a prefix added in front of your domain, like blog.yourdomain.com or shop.yourdomain.com. Subdomains are handy for separating parts of your site — a blog, a shop, a client portal — without buying a new domain.

What happens technically

Each subdomain is pointed by the server at its own folder. So blog.example.com can serve files from a folder called blog, completely separate from your main site.

How to create a subdomain

1. Log into cPanel.
2. In the Domains section, click Subdomains.
3. In Subdomain, enter the prefix (e.g. blog).
4. cPanel fills the domain — check it shows the right domain for you.
5. Set the document root to a folder like public_html/blog (cPanel usually suggests one).
6. Click Create.

cPanel creates the folder automatically if it doesn't exist. Point the browser at blog.yourdomain.com and you'll see whatever you place inside it.

Putting files in your subdomain

1. Open File Manager.
2. Enter public_html/blog (or the folder you chose).
3. Upload your files or install WordPress there.

Does a subdomain need a DNS record?

No. When your domain uses WebFulHost nameservers, subdomains are configured automatically and resolve immediately (a wildcard DNS entry handles it). Just give propagation a few minutes.