How to Create Your ecHOST Account (Step-by-Step Guide)

Creating your ecHOST account is the first step to launching your website. This guide will help you quickly set up your account and access all hosting services without confusion.

✅ Step 1: Choose Your Hosting Plan

Before creating an account, select a hosting plan that fits your needs:

  • Affordable Shared Hosting – Best for beginners & small websites

  • Premium Shared Hosting – Ideal for growing websites & businesses

  • Reseller Hosting – For selling hosting to clients

  • VPS Hosting – For high-performance & advanced control

Once selected, click Order Now.

✅ Step 2: Enter Your Basic Details

During checkout, you will be asked to provide:

  • Full Name

  • Email Address (important for account verification & support)

  • Phone Number

  • Password (choose a strong password)

📌 Tip: Use a valid email address—you’ll receive login details and invoices here.

✅ Step 3: Complete Payment

After filling in your details:

  • Review your order summary

  • Choose a payment method

  • Complete the payment securely

Once payment is successful, your account will be created automatically.

📩 Step 4: Verify Your Email Address

After signup, ecHOST will send a welcome email containing:

  • Client Area login URL

  • Username

  • Order confirmation details

👉 Click the verification link (if provided) to activate your account fully.

🔐 Step 5: Log in to the ecHOST Client Area

  1. Visit the ecHOST Client Area

  2. Enter your registered email and password

  3. Click Login

From the Client Area, you can:

  • Manage hosting services

  • View invoices

  • Open support tickets

  • Access Plesk Control Panel

🧭 Step 6: Access Plesk Control Panel

To manage your website:

  1. Go to Services → My Services

  2. Click your hosting plan

  3. Select Login to Plesk

Plesk allows you to:

  • Add domains

  • Install WordPress

  • Create email accounts

  • Manage files & databases

❗ Common Issues & Solutions

Didn’t receive the welcome email?

  • Check Spam/Junk folder

  • Ensure the email address is correct

  • Contact ecHOST Support if needed

Forgot your password?

  • Use the Forgot Password option on the login page

  • Reset via email instantly

📌 What to Do After Account Creation (Next Steps)

Once your account is ready:
✔ Add your domain
✔ Install WordPress
✔ Set up a professional email
✔ Enable SSL certificate

👉 Follow our New User Checklist to get started faster.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I create multiple hosting accounts using the same email address?
Yes, you can manage multiple services under one ecHOST account.

 Is my account active immediately after payment?
Yes, most hosting services are activated instantly.

 Can I change my plan later?
Absolutely. You can upgrade or downgrade at any time from the Client Area.