Introduction:

Deploying a Django web application to cPanel can seem like a daunting task, especially for those who are new to web development. However, with the right guidance, it can be a straightforward process. In this article, we will walk you through the steps necessary to deploy your Django web application to cPanel, making it accessible to the world.

Step 1

Create a file in your project folder (where manage.py file is) called passenger_wsgi.py and paste the code below

Note: projectname should be the name of your project

Step 2:

Login to your cpanel account

Step3:

In your cpanel, click "Setup python app"

Step 4:

Click on Create Applicaiton

Fill the following details

Application root: myproject (you can give it any name)

Applicaiton URL: Select your url

Application Startup file: passenger_wsgi.py

Application Entry Point: application

Step5: 

Click that area to copy the link to our virtual environment, check the image below

Step 6:

Go to your home page in your cpanel, click on terminal

Step7:

On the terminal, paste the link you just copied

Step 8: Makemigrations,  Migrate and collectstatic

Step 10: Restart the server

In your python application area, click the restart botton and your website is live.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, deploying a Django web application to cPanel is a relatively simple process that can be completed with a few basic steps. By following the instructions outlined in this article, you can take your locally developed Django application and make it available to the public through your cPanel account. With your application now live, you can share it with the world and start receiving feedback from users.