How to Fix the Invalid cPanel License Error

Here’s a full step-by-step guide to fixing the “Invalid cPanel License” error:

Step 1: Verify License Status

1.Check License with cPanel:

-  Visit the cPanel license verification page: cPanel License Verification

-  Enter your server’s IP address to check if your license is valid.

2.Contact Your Hosting Provider:

If the license appears invalid, reach out to your hosting provider to confirm the status of your cPanel license.

Step 2: Reconfigure cPanel License

1. Access Your Server via SSH:

Use an SSH client (like PuTTY) to log in to your server as the root user.

2. Run the License Update Command:

-  Execute the following command to update the license:

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/usr/local/cpanel/cpkeyclt

-  This command forces cPanel to contact the licensing server to verify your license.

Step 3: Verify cPanel Installation

1.  Check for Installation Issues:

-  Run the following command to ensure that your cPanel installation is functioning correctly:

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/scripts/upcp

-  This command will update cPanel and may fix any corruption in the installation.

Step 4: Check Server Time

1. Verify Date and Time:

Check the current date and time on your server by running:

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date

2. Adjust Time if Incorrect:

-  If the date or time is incorrect, you can set it manually using:

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date MMDDhhmmYYYY

-  Replace MMDDhhmmYYYY with the correct month, day, hour, minute, and year.

3. Synchronize with NTP (Optional):

-  Install the ntp service if it’s not already installed:

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yum install ntp    # For CentOS/RHEL

apt-get install ntp  # For Ubuntu/Debian

-  Start the NTP service:

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systemctl start ntpd   # For CentOS/RHEL

systemctl start ntp    # For Ubuntu/Debian

-  Enable it to start on boot:

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systemctl enable ntpd   # For CentOS/RHEL

systemctl enable ntp    # For Ubuntu/Debian

Step 5: Check Firewall and Network Issues

1. Test Network Connectivity:

• Ensure your server can connect to cPanel’s licensing server:

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ping verify.cpanel.net

• If the ping is unsuccessful, check firewall settings.

2. Adjust Firewall Rules:

• Open the necessary ports for outbound connections, typically port 2087 (for WHM) and other required ports.

Step 6: Contact cPanel Support

1. Reach Out to Support:

-  If the error persists after following the above steps, contact cPanel support or your hosting - provider for assistance.

- Provide them with details about the error and what troubleshooting steps you’ve already taken.

Step 7: Reinstall cPanel (Last Resort)

1. Backup Important Data:

- Before proceeding with a reinstallation, ensure you back up any critical data, websites, and configurations.

2. Reinstall cPanel:

- If all else fails, you may consider reinstalling cPanel. Follow the official cPanel installation guide for your specific operating system.

- To reinstall, run the installation script:

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cd /home

curl -o latest -L https://securedownloads.cpanel.net/latest

sh latest

Final Notes

- Always make sure to back up your data before making major changes.

- Make sure you have sufficient resources and access rights for all the commands you execute.

- If you are unsure about any steps, it's always best to consult with your cloud hosting provider or a professional.