How to Get the Cheapest DirectAdmin License — 3 Tricks to Save 47%
DirectAdmin used to be free. After JBMC acquired it, prices start at $2/mo officially — but that only gets you 10 domains. Their unlimited plan is $15/mo.
Our DirectAdmin VPS license gives you unlimited domains for $1.99/mo. With three tricks, you can bring that down to $1.05/mo.
Trick #1: Pay for Longer — Save Up to 30%
Longer billing cycle = automatic discount at checkout:
| Billing Cycle | You Pay | Per Month | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly | $1.99 | $1.99/mo | — |
| Annual (1 year) | $21.49 | $1.79/mo | 10% off |
| Biennial (2 years) | $38.20 | $1.59/mo | 20% off |
| Triennial (3 years) | $50.14 | $1.39/mo | 30% off |
Trick #2: Use Promo Code — 10% Off Your First Order
New customers get 10% off:
Promo Code:
ZERS3Z9M53
With Trick #1: Triennial ($50.14) × 0.90 = $45.13 → $1.25/mo
Trick #3: Load Wallet First — Get Free Bonus Credit
| You Deposit | Bonus | You Get | Free Money |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | +5% | $105 | $5 free |
| $250 | +7% | $267.50 | $17.50 free |
| $500 | +11% | $555 | $55 free |
| $1,000 | +17% | $1,170 | $170 free |
| $2,000 | +25% | $2,500 | $500 free |
| $2,000+ | +25% | $2,500 | $500 free |
Stack All 3 Tricks
Example 1: $250 Wallet + Promo + 3yr
- Deposit $250 → get $267.50 credit
- Apply promo ZERS3Z9M53
- 3-year plan: $50.14 × 0.90 = $45.13 after promo
- From wallet: $45.13 × ($250 ÷ $267.50) = $42.18 effective
- $1.14/mo — 43% off monthly
Example 2: $2,000 Wallet + Promo + 3yr (Maximum)
- Deposit $2,000 → get $2,500
- Apply promo, 3yr: $45.13 after promo
- From wallet: $45.13 × ($2,000 ÷ $2,500) = $36.10 effective
- $1.05/mo — 47% off monthly
Full Savings Table (All 3 Tricks)
Triennial + promo + wallet:
| Wallet Tier | After Promo | Effective Cost | Per Month | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No wallet | $45.13 | $45.13 | $1.25/mo | 37% |
| $100 (5%) | $45.13 | $42.98 | $1.19/mo | 40% |
| $250 (10%) | $45.13 | $41.02 | $1.14/mo | 43% |
| $500 (12%) | $45.13 | $40.29 | $1.12/mo | 44% |
| $1,000 (15%) | $45.13 | $39.24 | $1.09/mo | 45% |
| $2,000 (20%) | $45.13 | $37.61 | $1.05/mo | 47% |
Why DirectAdmin?
- Unlimited domains — official DA charges $15/mo for unlimited, we include it at $1.99/mo
- Lightweight — uses a fraction of cPanel's RAM, perfect for budget VPS (1-2GB)
- Free installation
- Skin customization — Evolution skin, Enhanced, or third-party
- Multi-OS — AlmaLinux, Rocky, Debian, Ubuntu, CloudLinux
Multiple Servers
| Servers | Monthly (No Tricks) | All 3 Tricks ($250, 3yr) | Save Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23.88/yr | $13.68/yr | $10/yr |
| 3 | $71.64/yr | $41.04/yr | $31/yr |
| 5 | $119.40/yr | $68.40/yr | $51/yr |
| 10 | $238.80/yr | $136.80/yr | $102/yr |
DA Was Free — Is $1.05/mo Close Enough?
If you're searching for "free DirectAdmin license" — it doesn't exist anymore. JBMC retired it. But $1.05/mo for unlimited domains is as close to free as it gets. The official unlimited plan costs $15/mo — you're paying 93% less.
Step by Step
- Sign up at TheServerLicense.com.com
- Load wallet — $250 for 7% bonus, $2,000 for 25%
- Order DirectAdmin VPS — product page, select Triennial
- Enter promo code
ZERS3Z9M53 - Pay with wallet
- Install on your server
FAQ
Can all 3 tricks stack?+
Yes. All apply together.
Is it really unlimited domains?+
Yes. No caps. Official DA charges $15/mo for unlimited — we include it at base price.
Free DirectAdmin license still available?+
No. Retired by JBMC. $1.05/mo is the next best thing.
Can I change server IP?+
Yes, contact support to update.
Wallet credit expires?+
No. Stays forever.
Bottom Line
| Monthly | All 3 Tricks | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99/mo | $1.05/mo |
| Domains | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Annual cost | $23.88 | $12.60 |
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