When you set up a web hosting account using cPanel, one domain must be the primary domain. Your primary domain will always go in a directory labeled public_html. If you host other sites on the same cPanel account, then they are addon domains. cPanel used to require that these addon domains go inside public_html. Now, Read More >
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Running Out of Disk Space on VPS
Running out of disk space on VPS Hosting can cause a variety of errors. Everything from MySQL server processes to basic website scripting can be affected. Worst of all, this can affect all of the sites on your server. The best way to avoid this problem is through advanced planning and being aware of common Read More >
How to Backup Drupal with the Backup and Migrate Module
One of the first things you should do once you get started with Drupal is install the Backup and Migrate module. Your Drupal security posture relies on scheduling and storing up-to-date backups. cPanel backups and snapshots are great for full server backups. However, a module to backup only website data can save a lot of Read More >
Choose the Style of Your WordPress Homepage
It is simple to change your WordPress page from ‘Static’ to ‘Posts’. This is a fundamental aspect of a WordPress site. Which choice is right for your website? The best layout depends on what you want out of your site. Let’s examine some practical considerations to help you make that decision. The Purpose of Posts Read More >
Add Feature-Policy in Drupal 8 with the Security Kit Module
The Feature-Policy HTTP header specifies what browser features can be used on a website and its <iframe> elements. The most common browser features among a long list are autoplay (for videos), camera, fullscreen, and microphone. Below we’ll cover how to install the Security Kit module in Drupal 8 and enable Feature Policy. Get high performance Read More >
How to Backup Ansible
Having up-to-date backups is an important part of any Ansible security posture (on Cloud VPS Hosting or otherwise). If your Ansible control machine (server or local machine) suffers a cyber attack, sometimes the best option is to restore an Ansible backup file. There are multiple ways to manage Ansible playbook backups: Git or other Version Read More >
11 Essential Types of WordPress Plugins
Plugins let you add value and functionality to a WordPress site by pushing a button. Some plugins are essential. Other plugins are only required by certain types of sites. Let’s take a look at a few common types of plugins to help you tell the difference. Essential WordPress Plugins SMTP Mail Plugin WordPress sites have Read More >
Fix for AutoSSL Not Running on a VPS (3 Easy Options)
The free AutoSSL comes standard with cPanel and should renew automatically. Some older versions of cPanel have an error that results in the cPanel AutoSSL not working, which can stop SSL certifications from being renewed automatically. Recent cPanel updates fixed this problem but if your cPanel-managed VPS has not upgraded to the latest version of Read More >
Disabling WordPress Plugins in Bulk
Sometimes you may find it necessary to disable all of your WordPress plugins when troubleshooting an issue. It’s often helpful when troubleshooting to start with a default installation of WordPress. If you have a large amount of plugins this can be an arduous task. The quickest method to disabling your plugins is to rename the Read More >
Scaling with UltraStack
Like the other hosting solutions within InMotion, the UltraStack configuration is used on servers that allow you to increase the overall power and performance by simply upgrading your account. The transfer of your site would be handled by InMotion’s technical personnel, and the changes would be mostly transparent to you. This article provides a general Read More >
How to use Fantastico de Luxe
Fantastico, a feature in cPanel that helps you easily install programs to your account, is no longer available. As of September 17th, 2012, Fantastico has been replaced by Softaculous. This article is being kept in our Support Center for our VPS and Dedicated Customers who may still be using Fantastico. For all other users, please Read More >
How Does UltraStack Work?
UltraStack breakdown UltraStack in action UltraStack is a configuration of a LAMP (Linux, Apache web server, MySQL server, PHP) stack that provides optimal performance for PHP-based CMS’s or application. This tutorial will go over how it works in laymen’s terms in order to give you an idea of all of the working pieces. UltraStack Breakdown Read More >
Installing WordPress using Fantastico
Fantastico, a feature in cPanel that helps you easily install software to your account, is no longer available. As of September 17th, 2012, Fantastico has been replaced by Softaculous.This article is being kept in our Support Center for our VPS and Dedicated Customers who may still be using Fantastico. For all other users, please see Read More >
How to Correct Your Staging Site after a cPanel Merge
Looking for a budget-minded, secure hosting service? Check out InMotion Hosting’s Linux Shared Hosting solutions! Understanding the Temporary URL cPanel accounts are typically created on an individual basis in Business shared accounts. VPS and Dedicated server accounts can include multiple cPanel accounts. Occasionally, there is a need to merge cPanel accounts. However, this may cause Read More >
Setting up Email Filters
Now that you have created folders in the previous tutorial, you can use email filters to sort incoming emails directly into the corresponding folder. Let’s take for example, you have an e-shop and it delivers emails with the subject “New Order.” You can set up a folder called “New Orders” and have the emails go Read More >
Setting up an Email Autoresponder in Webmail
What are autoresponders? An autoresponder is a feature within your email settings that allows you to automatically send a response when an email is sent to a specific email address. When do I use Autoresponder? It’s really up to you when to use the autoresponder feature. Typically, businesses will use the autoresponder feature to let Read More >
How is UltraStack Configured?
UltraStack server configurations created by InMotion Hosting technical staff focused on optimization of performance for a specific content management system. These configurations can be found on: The configuration is based on the concept of a LAMP stack (Linux, Apache HTTP Server, MySQL database, and PHP) but with the addition of NGINX to act as a Read More >
Email Deliverability – SPF and DomainKeys
Beginning in late March of 2010, our shared servers are being upgraded to the latest version of cPanel, which now allows users to create their own SPF records and Domain Keys. SPF and Domain Keys are tools used by many mail servers in an effort to combat spam, so if you’re having an issue with Read More >
Common Myths Around Launching Your Website
Launching your website can seem like a scary event but it’s actually an exciting time. The web presence for your business or organization is getting pushed out into the digital world, allowing you to reach and connect with new potential customers. The infographic below outlines a few common launch myths that may be holding you Read More >
Add HSTS in Zenphoto
The HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) HTTP header ensures web browsers always load your image gallery with HTTPS. After you force SSL usage, follow below to add HSTS in Zenphoto. Warning: Once enabled, HSTS disallows the user from overriding an invalid or self-signed certificate message. Your website will be inaccessible without a valid SSL. Add Read More >
