Updating AMP in the Game Management Panel

Your Minecraft Server includes a Game Panel that is powered by AMP and any time an update is available it will automatically notify you. It is recommended to perform these updates when possible since they can contain new features and keep your server protected from known bugs.  In this guide, we’ll show you the steps Read More >

Using the Game Management Panel Console

When managing a Minecraft Server, you have the ability to run console commands not only within the game but also in the Game Panel. This can save you time by allowing commands to run without logging into the actual game. Quickly find out information about your server or make changes using Minecraft commands. This guide Read More >

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 >

Game Management Panel Security and Privacy Options

The Minecraft Server plans include a Game Panel with built-in security and privacy options to help you protect your server instances. These can be adjusted to make accessing your server more or less secure. For example, for more security, you can limit the type of files that can be uploaded, or make it required for 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 >

How to Schedule Triggers on Your Minecraft Server

When you are hosting a Minecraft Server, there may be tasks that you need to automate or perform on a regular basis. Triggers can be used to schedule a task or automatically do a job for you. For example, you could schedule a trigger to check for updates weekly or send an email message 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 >

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 >

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 >

W3 Total Cache – Guide to WordPress Caching

With over 1 million active installations, W3 Total Cache is one of the most popular ways to optimize and manage the cache for your WordPress site. This can result in faster load times and less strain on your server, which can also help your SEO (search engine optimization) efforts. How to Use W3 Total Cache Read More >

How to Use SSH to Access Your UltraStack WordPress VPS

When you are running a website or server, SSH can save you time by allowing you to directly view, manage, and edit files from the command line interface (CLI). In this guide, we will show you how to use SSH with your UltraStack WordPress VPS hosted with Platform i. Note: We also recommend our full Read More >

How to Enable & Configure Redis Persistent Object Cache for WordPress

Some Platform i accounts include Redis, which gives you the ability to store persistent object cache in the server’s memory. This can help serve your site assets up faster resulting in better performance. There are several popular plugins available for enabling Redis in WordPress and managing your site cache. This guide will explain how to Read More >

What is ConvertKit for weForms?

ConvertKit is an email marketing service that you can use to send emails, newsletters, or other email content that can help to grow your audience. It can be integrated into your WordPress site using weForms. You can then gather customer information and start marketing campaigns that help to generate sales leads for your business. In Read More >

Update WordPress From the Admin Dashboard

In this article, I’ll quickly show you how to update WordPress to the latest, greatest, and most secure version currently available. An updated WordPress installation will ensure your WordPress site is as fast as can be and helps protect your website from malicious users. It’s really a very simple process to upgrade WordPress, that said Read More >