cPanel and Plesk are not really “obsolete” in 2026. They’re still widely used because they are stable, well-supported, and trusted in production environments. A large number of hosting providers and businesses still rely on them for day-to-day server management.
At the same time, it’s also true that the industry is evolving. Many newer solutions like CloudPanel, CyberPanel, and other cloud-focused tools are becoming popular because they offer a more lightweight and modern approach, especially for developers and cloud setups.
So rather than saying old panels are completely outdated, it’s more accurate to say the market has different options now. Traditional panels like cPanel and Plesk are still strong for reliability, while newer tools focus more on flexibility and modern infrastructure needs.
From our perspective at LicensingSys, we simply provide access to different software licenses so users can choose what best fits their requirements and environment.