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How to Use PHP Selector in Plesk

Last Updated: April 23, 2023

WordPress and other PHP programs communicate with the server and run scripts using PHP Extensions. Sometimes WordPress  and some other scripts will fail to run or cause errors  because the required extensions are not enabled.  This article will help you fix that. To start, log into your Plesk account. As shown below, go to the...

How To Install SSL Certificate on Plesk.

Last Updated: March 17, 2022

An SSL certificate provides security for online communication. The certificate authenticates a websites’ identity and enables an encrypted connection. When your website is secured i.e. contains an SSL certificate, it gives your website users confidence in your site as well as giving credibility to your website. In this article, you will learn how to install...

How To Create Backups on Plesk.

Last Updated: March 2, 2022

The feeling that you get when you lose all your website or email data is unmatched. You might feel like your life has come to an end, the devastation of losing your valid information. Accidents are inevitable, it’s common to lose your data for whatever reason possible. That is why you need, Backups! Backups are...

How To Upload a file on Plesk, Step by Step with Pictures

Last Updated: February 6, 2022

Do you want to upload your files on Plesk but everything looks gibberish to you right now? We got you covered on all the Plesk support you need. Follow the step-by-step tutorial and upload your file in less than 5 minutes. Step 1: Log in to your Plesk Account Step 2: Go to Websites &...

HOW TO RESET THE DNS ZONE.

Last Updated: August 23, 2021

The Domain Name System is a hierarchical and decentralized naming system for computers, services, or other resources connected to the Internet or a private network. It associates various information with domain names assigned to each of the participating entities. There are some instances where the domain zone is not responding to calls properly, e.g you...

Managing Email Auto Responders

Last Updated: July 23, 2021

This Article Includes: Adding, Starting, Stopping, and Scheduling a Auto Responder. The First Step is to log in to your cPanel Control Panel. You should be able to log in at: http://www.Your_Domain.com:2083 (where Your_Domain.com is your actual Domain). Managing Auto-Responders: You can use auto responders to send a message back automatically to anyone who sends an email to...

Adding Subdomains

Last Updated: May 27, 2021

If your hosting package includes subdomains, which are additional third-level domain names, then you can use them to: Organize logically the structure of your site. Host additional websites or parts of a website on the same server without the need to pay for registration of additional domain names. An example of using subdomains: You have...

Adding Domain Aliases

Last Updated: July 27, 2021

To set up a domain alias in Panel: [ A domain alias is a domain name that can be used as an alternate name for another domain. ]   Run the Add New Domain Alias wizard in the Websites & Domains tab.  2. Specify the domain for which you are creating an alias (the primary domain) and the alias’s...

View Site Statistics

Last Updated: May 27, 2021

When your site is working and search engines return it in search results is the best time to evaluate site efficiency by viewing the visits statistics. To find out how many people visited a site, from what countries, and what pages on the site they viewed: If you are subscribed to several hosting packages and...

How to install an SSL certificate on Plesk

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

Log in to your Plesk account and select your domain name.  From there select SSL TLS Certificates  Then click on “Get it free”  IMPORTANT: If your domain is pointing to the server using the current server nameservers you can select all the options and if you are pointing to the server using “A” IP records...

How to edit PHP.ini on Plesk

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

cPanel and CWP usually allow you to edit PHP settings by editing the php.ini file, on Plesk, it is a different story. This article will show you how to alter the upload file size and upload limits. Please note this is only available to premium accounts. Under your domain on the Plesk panel, go to...

How to create a backup on Plesk

Last Updated: July 26, 2021

It is always important to create off-server backups just in case anything happens and you need to restore your site. The Word Press lovers know of the stories they are told of backing up their website before updating to a new version. Anyway, these are simple steps on how to keep backups on your server...

How to change your Plesk password from your ClientZone

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

This is a tutorial for changing your password from your ClientZone.  Step 1: Log on to your client zone then select services.  Step 2: Select the service you want to change the password for  3) On the left navigation select the change password option  Step 4: Enter your new password then press save changes  There...

How to add a domain to your hosting account

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

Its always sweet to have a deluxe or intermediate account, these allow you to host more than one domain to your hosting account. This article will show you how to add the domain to your account and start using it from there. Log into your Plesk account and click on the add domain button. Please...

How to Uninstall Word Press from your Plesk Dashboard

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

Sick of Word Press Plesk? This is how you can quickly remove your remove website and control panel. Step 1 Log into your Plesk Dashboard. Step 2 Go to wordpress.  Step 3 Click on REMOVE, make sure you have selected the website you wish to remove.  A prompt will pop up to confirm whether you...

How to Uninstall Applications from your Plesk Dashboard

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

Tired of Word Press or any other application installed on your Plesk? This is how you can quickly get it off your website and control panel. Step 1 Log into your Plesk Dashboard. Step 2 Go to Applications and Click on REMOVE. Step 3 A prompt will pop up to confirm whether you want to remove...

How to Log Into your Plesk Dashboard for the First Time

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

This tutorial is meant to show you the few steps to log into your Plesk Dashboard or the control panel once your account and domain have been confirmed.     Step 1 Open the email that confirms your account’s activation. There are user credentials on it and a link to your control panel. Step 2 In...

How to install Word Press from your Plesk Dashboard

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

Want to create a  Word Press website? You can  Plesk? This is how you can quickly remove your remove website and control panel. Step 1 Log into your Plesk Dashboard. Step 2 Go to wordpress and Click Install if you are creating your WordPress Site for the first time.  Step 3  A form will pop up...

How to Change your Password on Plesk

Last Updated: April 29, 2021

This tutorial is meant to show you the few steps to change your password especially after logging in for the first time and do not feel comfortable with the initial setup password. Note that you are not able to change your username for your safety.   Step 1 Log into your Plesk Dashboard. Step 2 Go...

How to Create Email Addresses

Last Updated: July 26, 2021

This tutorial is meant to guide you through a few simple steps to creating and managing your emails on your control panel (Plesk).   Step 1 Log into your Plesk Dashboard. Step 2 Go to Mail and Click on Create Email address Step 3 Enter the address (part before the @yourdomainname.com). Note the starred areas as...

How to log in to Plesk

Last Updated: April 24, 2021

You have now registered for your web hosting account and you would like to know how to login to your account. So , once your domain has been registered and propagated on the internet (this usually takes 2 – 24 hours under normal circumstances) The control panel can be found https://yourdomain.co.zw:8443* replacing yourdomain.co.zw with your...