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Minecraft Server Instance Management

You have access to view or change your Minecraft Server instance information within the Game Management Panel interface. From there you can perform tasks such as viewing your connection settings, updating Minecraft, starting/stopping an instance, deleting an instance, or changing the port you are using for SFTP among many other things. This lets you modify Read More >

Managing Backups in the Game Management Panel

When managing your Minecraft Server it’s recommended that you perform backups at regular intervals, or before making major modifications. This would allow you to roll back the changes if any problems occur. For example, if you are testing out a new 3rd party plugin or changing the server configuration, make a backup and enter a Read More >

Using the Minecraft File Manager

Your Minecraft Server Hosting plan includes access to a Game Panel where you can manage your instances. Within the Game Panel is a File Manager tool that makes it simple to view or edit files and folders. This guide will show you how to use the File Manager in your Game Management Panel. How to Read More >

Connecting to Your Minecraft Server with SFTP

If you want to edit or manage the files on your Minecraft Server instance, you have the ability to use the File Manager or connect directly using SFTP. SFTP stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol or SSH File Transfer Protocol and connects securely so the data is encrypted over the network. In this guide, we’ll Read More >

Access & Change Minecraft Networking Options

When you first purchase your Minecraft Server hosting account it will be set up and ready to work, but there may be times when you want to use custom networking options. For example, if you have multiple instances and are accessing them using the hostname, you can change the port for each instance to allow Read More >

Setting Minecraft Instance Defaults

Your Minecraft Server Hosting plan includes the ability to create new server instances. In this guide, we’ll show you how to select the default settings for a new instance that is created in the Game Management Panel. Set New Instance Defaults Congratulations, now you know how to set new instance defaults in your Game Management Read More >

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Logging into WP Admin

There may be times when you want to make changes directly in your WordPress Dashboard, such as when you want to create a new page or post. WP Admin is the last link on the menu and clicking it will automatically take you to the Admin Dashboard for your WordPress site and you will be logged in as an Administrator role. From there you have full access to manage your WordPress site.

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Submitting a Ticket Request

When it comes to getting support from us at InMotion Hosting, submitting a support ticket is one of the best ways to request assistance. To help with this task, it can be helpful to realize the way that our ticketing system works. In this article we’ll go over the types of support requests, the differences Read More >

How Do I Cancel My Hosting Account?

We are sorry to hear that you want to cancel your hosting account! Most of our plans include a 90-day money-back guarantee. This period of time should allow you to test additional programs available with your account if that is the issue. For example, if you’re not sure if WordPress is going to meet your Read More >

How To Get Support

When facing an issue with your InMotion Hosting account, whether it is a billing or website problem we have a team that can help. Reaching out to the right department ensures that your questions are handled by the team that is optimized to serve you. Before contacting InMotion it is beneficial to make sure you Read More >

Minecraft User Profile Options in the Game Panel

When managing a Minecraft Server, you have the ability to update your user profile within the Game Panel. Tasks such as updating your profile picture/email address or enabling two-factor authentication are all accomplished through the account profile page. In this guide, we’ll show you how to access your profile options and then show you how Read More >

miniOrange’s Google Authenticator – WordPress Two Factor Authentication

miniOrange is a security-focused development company that has created a feature-rich two-factor authentication plugin for WordPress called the miniOrange Google Authenticator.  Their plugin provides a solution that is quick and easy to implement while providing features that set it apart from its competition. Two-factor authentication is used to secure logins to a website.  It helps Read More >

Cloud Server Security – Best Practices

Cloud server setup can vary greatly since you are free to utilize any combination of software and applications to fit your needs. Opting for a cloud server versus a cPanel-managed VPS means greater control over your Linux operating system (OS) and environment. But, this also means that it’s your responsibility to implement measures to help Read More >

Two Factor Authentication WordPress Plugin

Two Factor Authentication is a plugin from the authors of UpdraftPlus that adds a layer of protection for WordPress logins. The advantage of using a two-factor authentication (2FA) plugin for your WordPress site is that it helps to protect users with weak or exploited passwords.    It does this by requiring a one-time code when a Read More >