The small icon that shows in a browser tab beside the site title is called a favicon. Usually in the .ico file format, a favicon can look different across other devices and operating systems. The Drupal Responsive Favicons module allows you to use different Drupal favicon images for better branding. If your site is installed Read More >
Education Channels
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InMotion Hosting knows the web runs off of open source software, and we love to support it. Our Education Channels will help you with using some of the most popular programs on the web today! Our Joomla tutorials make creating a website Joomla easy. Read our Drupal tutorials and learn how the saying, ‘Drupal Hosting is only for programmers’ is such a big misconception! Whatever software you use, InMotion Hosting is your best choice today for all your web hosting needs.
What is an Education Channel?
Whether you have a Shared Hosting account, a Virtual Private Server (VPS), or a Dedicated Server, our education channels are very helpful and will assist you as you carve out your web presence. Stay up to date on your favorite topics by becoming a fan on Facebook, following us on Twitter, and subscribing to our YouTube channel.
Blogs and Content Management Systems
WordPress
While WordPress initially began as a blogging platform, it has grown into one of the most popular Content Management Systems used in creating all types of websites today.
BoldGrid
BoldGrid is a WordPress plugin suite that makes building websites a breeze. With fully generated sites, all you need to do is install it and then customize the content to make it your own!
Laravel
Laravel is a versatile and sophisticated PHP framework designed for building scalable and maintainable web applications with elegant syntax and powerful tools. Discover the power and elegance of Laravel through our step-by-step guides.
Moodle
Moodle is a free open source software for designing educational courses. Moodle is an abbreviation for Modular Object-Oriented Learning Environment. The software is also known as an Online Course Management System or Virtual Learning Environment.
Joomla
Joomla is an open-source content management system (CMS) for creating and managing websites, known for its flexibility and extensibility. Learn more about Joomla in our education channel!
Drupal
Create a powerhouse website with the help of the Drupal Content Management System. Make it even better with the large list of add-on modules. Conquer the competition by learning about Drupal here.
eCommerce
WooCommerce
WooCommerce is the official WordPress eCommerce system. It brings you the ease and simplicity of WordPress with powerful eCommerce features.
PrestaShop
PrestaShop is the most reliable and flexible open source eCommerce software. Built with a responsive interface per input from experienced designers and eCommerce business, the software is used by over 200,000 merchants online.
OpenCart
Looking for a complete guide for setting up an online store? Our OpenCart tutorials cover everything you need to know to get an online store up and running.
Magento
Magento is one of the most successful eCommerce systems in recent years. It has many powerful features and is very integrated compared to some other ecommerce systems. It is very popular with larger companies and many shops graduate to Magento after starting on more simple systems. Visit our Magento Hosting if you are not a current customer.
OpenCart
Looking for a complete guide for setting up an online store? Our OpenCart tutorials cover everything you need to know to get an online store up and running.
Our Software Tools
cPanel
cPanel is your tool for managing your hosting account. From creating email address to configuring database, cPanel’s tools will help get the job done.
WP-CLI
WP-CLI (WordPress Command Line Interface) is the a powerful tool built to allow the management of your WordPress sites through the Command Line Interface (CLI). Typically utilized by advanced users, our comprehensive guides can help anyone familiarize themselves with using this efficient tool to manage WordPress.
WebHost Manager
WHM is a tool only available to VPS Hosting and Dedicated Hosting users that allows you to, in essence, manage your server as your own web host.
EasyApache
EasyApache is the PHP and Apache configuration software built by cPanel. EasyApache can be complex but simple to use to control your PHP and Apache environments.
Email Setup & Deliverability
Everything Email
From basic setup to how to get the most out of your email, we’ll get you off to a good start with your new email accounts.
Configuring the Drupal Webform Module
The Webform module allows you to build any type of form to collect any type of data, which can be submitted to any application or system. Every single behavior and aspect of your forms and their inputs are customizable. Whether you need a multi-page form containing a multi-column input layout with conditional logic or a Read More >
How to Manually Install Drupal on a Server
In some cases, you may find there is a need to manually install the core files for a Drupal website. The steps that we provide in this tutorial will show you how to download the core files and then create a working Drupal website. Discover the ultimate in Drupal Web Hosting. Elevate your website’s performance, Read More >
Updating Drupal Using Softaculous
A common task for software installations is updating when new versions are available. You can easily update your Drupal installation using Softaculous. Though the upgrade versions may not be immediately available, Softaculous does actively update the installation software so that updates can be performed through its interface. Follow the steps below to learn how to Read More >
How to Install Drupal Using Softaculous
If you have a web hosting account with InMotion Hosting, then you will most likely have access to a software installation program named Softaculous. The following tutorial will show you how to install Drupal using Softaculous. If you have an older VPS account or a dedicated server, then you may need to purchase a Softaculous Read More >
WordPress and Mastodon Social Media Integration
The Mastodon social media platform is steadily gaining more popularity as Twitter and Facebook users tire of timelines manipulated for political purposes. For those who are part of the federating social network, there are plugins that allow you to automatically share new WordPress posts as toots (same as Twitter’s tweets). The Share on Mastodon WordPress Read More >
How To Install Emacs on Ubuntu 20 Cloud Server
Emacs is a powerful text editor you can install on virtually any Linux server. It’s powerful but also large, so it does not come pre-installed with most Linux distributions. However, if you are comfortable using Emacs, it offers a lot of features that can help you manage and administer your server. In this article, you Read More >
Getting Started with Owncast
With complaints of inconsistent moderation standards plaguing social networks, many are looking to host their own data: Blogs with WordPress, Drupal, etc. Social media instances such as Mastodon Video sharing sites like PeerTube And now there’s a self-hosted Twitch alternative – Owncast, a decentralized, single user live video streaming and chat server application. The setup Read More >
Joomla Development Tips for New Sites
Joomla development requires you to do quite a bit of work up front if you want your site to look both presentable and unique. That said, there are a number of small, helpful tips you can use to make your early site development experience as manageable as possible. Below we cover a few things you Read More >
Joomla Extensions: Choosing Between Free and Paid
You need something added to your site as soon as possible and need to be 100% certain that the solution you choose will get the job done. Some Joomla extensions, from e-commerce to forms, offer you multiple choices that can range from free to paid. Here are some tips on choosing the best extension for Read More >
Using Twentig to Build Your WordPress Site
If you’re looking for a quick way to start using WordPress to build a website, then look no further than the Twentig plugin. Twentig is a plugin that includes ten different starter websites and the option to modify the existing Twenty-Twenty or Twenty Twenty-one themes. It also includes the ability to customize the theme with Read More >
How to Use the Aino Notification Banner Block Plugin in WordPress
Occasionally, you may want to alert your viewers of some important information that you want to make sure that they see. One of the best ways to do that is to use a plugin like the Aino Notification Block. You can set up notifications that pop up and must be dismissed by the website visitor Read More >
Understanding Template Issues When Migrating to Joomla 4.0
Working with Joomla sites requires that you work with a particular template that determines how your site will appear on the front end. If you are using an earlier version of Joomla (earlier than 4.0), then you will need to plan on updating your template to be compatible with Joomla 4.0. One of the main sticking Read More >
Drupal Security.txt File
Have you ever considered creating a Drupal security.txt file? The security.txt file is a standardized format meant to create a uniform approach for security vulnerability disclosure. The formatted text will generally include: https://securitytxt.org walks you through building a full security.txt file. However, the Security.txt Drupal module is the best option if you can’t or don’t Read More >
Matomo Rocket.Chat Integration
Rocket.Chat has native features for connecting with Matomo Analytics (formerly Piwik). This provides metrics to help you better understand how users access your chat system, whether any malicious links are being shared internally, and more. Read on to learn more about the Matomo Rocket.Chat integration. How to Configure the Matomo Rocket.Chat Integration Test Your Rocket.Chat Read More >
Joomla Autosave Extension
Joomla has a lot going for it as a content management system, but one common complaint is a lack of built in autosave. Don’t worry, though — it’s easy to enable Joomla autosave functionality with a popular extension. Install Joomla Autosave Set-up Joomla Autosave Some Notes on Configuration Options Using Your Editor with Autosave Other Read More >
How to Trash, Unpublish, and Hide Menu Items in Joomla 4.0
Occasionally you will need to hide menu items when working with your Joomla 4.0 website. When you have multiple menus on different pages you may need to simply not include items on a particular page. You can also trash menu items or simply unpublish them in order to keep them for later use. Learn how Read More >
How to Add and Remove Menu Items in Joomla 4.0
Knowing how to add and remove menu items is one of the most common tasks when working with a Joomla 4.0 website. A website menu is a roadmap to a website. Well-designed menus will get your visitors to the content they want to see quickly and easily. At the same time, you will want to Read More >
Learning About the Menu Interface in Joomla 4.0
When you think about menus on a website you begin to understand their importance for your viewers. Menus provide the necessary navigation interface for the content of your site. Without menus, your visitors would be unable to get to your content unless they know the specific link to find what they’re looking for. Joomla 4.0 Read More >
The Icon Block Plugin: Add Custom SVGs With Ease
The Icon Block plugin is a new WordPress plugin that has made it super easy to add a custom SVG icon or graphic to the Gutenberg Block Editor. If you want to add custom graphics or icons to your website, the Icon Block plugin is a good choice. For those not familiar with the term, Read More >
