How to Use Email with Platform InMotion

After purchasing and configuring email with Platform i, you will gain access to the email management tool powered by cPanel. From there you can check/send email and perform other email-related tasks such as setting up forwarders, autoresponders, or spam filters. In this guide, we’ll show you how to use the email service with Platform i. Read More >

How to Purchase & Configure Email Subscriptions

In this guide, we’ll show you how to purchase and configure a new email subscription in Platform i. The emails section is for subscribers to access a cPanel email interface. But, if you are not a subscriber, you will be prompted to purchase a new email subscription for $1.99/month per email address. Once configured, you Read More >

How to Add an Existing Domain in Platform InMotion

Before you can manage DNS for a domain from Platform i, the first step is adding it to your account. This guide will show you how to add a domain to Platform i that is not registered here. Add an External Domain Name If you have a domain that is already registered, you can add Read More >

How to Register & Manage a Domain in Platform InMotion

Along with building websites, you can purchase domains and manage your DNS records directly from Platform i. This can help you save time by providing one interface for building websites and managing domains. In this article, we will show you how to register and manage domains with Platform i. How to Register a New Domain Read More >

How to Manage DNS Records in Platform InMotion

This guide will show you how to edit or add DNS records with Platform i. After registering a new domain or adding an existing domain, you will have the ability to add or edit their DNS records. Keep in mind that modifications are typically only needed in specific situations, such as when your email is Read More >

Using the Database & File Manager in Platform i

If you’re an advanced user, you’ll sometimes want to make adjustments to your WordPress site that aren’t possible within the default WordPress dashboard. Platform InMotion’s file manager and database access make it easy to make changes to raw files and database tables by only offering the tools you need to complete advanced tasks. You get Read More >

UltraStack Utilities for Caching in Platform InMotion

Your Platform InMotion production site will have the ability to use NGINX caching on the server, this can result in faster website performance since it does not have to generate content in real-time. You can select from pre-configured profiles that are built for specific types of websites. Then you can set your purge settings using Read More >

How to Get Support from Platform InMotion

If you need help troubleshooting a website or server issue, you can access help options right from Platform i. Support is available for your team or personal account via ticket request or live chat. This guide will show you how to get support directly from Platform i. Get Support For a Team Starting a Chat Read More >

Managing Your WordPress Server

When you have a live server associated with a project, InMotion Central makes it easy to manage it. For example, you may want to connect with SSH keys, view your server’s hostname, or stop/restart the server. Once connected via SSH you have full control as the root user to modify your server as needed. This Read More >

How to Update WordPress with Platform InMotion

With Platform InMotion you can quickly see any out-of-date items within your project at a glance. This can save time when you are managing multiple WordPress websites since you don’t have to login to the individual Dashboard of each site. If updates are available you can follow the link to login automatically and update with Read More >

Using the WordPress Site Health Monitor

Maintaining good site health is a critical step when securing sites, optimizing for search engines, and providing a good user experience to visitors. Platform InMotion’s Managed WordPress Hosting plans include a site health monitor as part of the robust WordPress tool set. It instantly goes through a checklist of performance and security tests on your Read More >

How to Create a New Project in Platform InMotion

In this guide, we’ll show you how to create a new project with Platform InMotion. A project is where you can manage a live or staged instance of a WordPress website. Platform InMotion makes it easy to manage and develop multiple sites in separate projects. You can build a site and do not have to Read More >

How To Create and Manage Teams

With Managed WordPress, it’s easy to collaborate on website builds by creating Teams. Teams can be assigned to Projects where you can then add members and give them permission to access the areas they are working on. This guide will show you how to create and manage teams with Central. How to Create a Team Read More >

Using Playground Environments in Platform InMotion

Platform InMotion’s managed WordPress plans include a set number of playground environments. The number of playground environments that you have depends on your specific plan, but you can always add on more if necessary. In this guide, we’ll explain what Playground Sites are and how to use them. What Are Playground Sites? Playgrounds are temporary Read More >