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Guides

ShadowPanel vs HestiaCP vs CloudPanel vs CyberPanel — an honest comparison (2026)

Four self-hosted hosting control panels, none with per-server fees, very different trade-offs. A developer's-eye comparison — including where ShadowPanel is not the right pick.

16 Jun 2026 4 min read
Guides

Self-hosted cPanel alternative: why we built ShadowPanel

cPanel raised its prices in 2019 and never looked back. Here's why we built a self-hosted alternative — and what it means for developers and agencies paying per account.

09 Jun 2026 5 min read
Announcement

Introducing ShadowPanel

ShadowPanel is a self-hosted web hosting control panel built for developers who want full control over their stack — without the cPanel price tag.

25 May 2026 3 min read

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