The Security Policy interface in cPanel is designed to help you safeguard your hosting account from unauthorized access. It allows you to configure security questions, which act as an extra verification step when someone attempts to log in from an unrecognized IP address.

🔐 What Does the Security Policy Interface Do?

When activated, this feature prompts you to answer pre-set security questions if you try to access your cPanel account from a new or suspicious location. This adds an extra layer of protection, especially if your cPanel credentials are ever compromised.

✅ Benefits of Using Security Questions

• Two-Factor Protection: Enhances security beyond your username and password.
• IP Recognition: Only activates for unknown IP addresses to avoid unnecessary friction.
• Prevents Unauthorized Access: Even if your password is leaked, access will be blocked without the correct answers.
• Peace of Mind: Helps protect sensitive data, especially for eCommerce and membership-based websites.

🛠️ How to Configure Security Questions in cPanel

• Log in to your cPanel dashboard.
• Navigate to the Security section and open Security Policy.
• Click Enable if security questions aren’t active yet.
• Set 3 unique security questions and provide memorable answers.
• Save your configuration securely.

Example Questions:

What was the name of your first pet?

What is your mother’s maiden name?

In what city were you born?

🧠 Best Practices for Security Questions

• Use obscure or personal questions that only you can answer.
• Avoid answers that can be easily guessed or found on social media.
• Update your questions periodically to maintain security.
• Do not reuse the same answer for multiple questions.

🔍 Real-World Example

Suppose you're traveling and try to access your hosting account from a hotel’s Wi-Fi. The system flags the IP as unrecognized and prompts your security questions. Only if you answer correctly will cPanel let you proceed—blocking potential attackers instantly.

🔧 Built-In With Govaio.com Hosting

At Govaio.com, we offer full access to cPanel’s advanced security features—including Security Policy, Leech Protection, Hotlink Protection, and more—with all of our hosting plans.

Need help setting up your account security?

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