Valid for versions 84 through the latest version
Last modified: July 28, 2022
Overview
The /usr/local/cpanel/scripts/upcp script lets you update cPanel & WHM on the command line.
Run the script
To run this script on the command line, use the following format:
/usr/local/cpanel/scripts/upcp [options]Options
Use the following options with this script:
| Options | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
bg |
Run the update as a background process. The system stores the output of the update in a log file in the /var/cpanel/updatelogs directory. The file uses the update.DATE format, where DATE is a timestamp, in Unix time format. |
--bg |
cron |
Configure the system to update using the settings in the /etc/cpupdate.conf file. For more information, read our cPanel & WHM Update Configuration File documentation. |
--cron |
force |
Force the system to reinstall all files, even if the system is up to date.
Note: You cannot pass this option with the
sync option. |
--force |
log |
Override the default log file and use log file in the defined file path. | --log=/path/to/file |
sync |
Update the systems installed version of cPanel & WHM and do not download a newer version. This option ensures that the current version installed has the correct files.
Note: You cannot pass this option with the
force option. |
--sync |
help |
Displays additional information. | --help |
