Advanced Server Settings
Last updated June 12, 2024
In this article, we will explore the advanced server settings available on Cloudways, which can help you optimize and customize your server for enhanced performance and security.
Accessing Advanced Server Settings
To get started with advanced server settings, follow these steps:
- Log in to your Cloudways account and navigate to the "Servers" tab.
- Select the server you want to configure.
- Click on the "Server Management" button.
Configuring Server Settings
Here are the steps to configure various advanced settings on your server:
- Change Server Parameters:
- Go to the "Settings & Packages" section.
- Adjust parameters such as memory limit and execution time as required.
- Click on "Save Changes" to apply the new settings.
- Enable/Disable Services:
- Navigate to the "Manage Services" tab.
- Enable or disable services like Varnish, Nginx, Apache, etc.
- Restart the services to apply changes.
- Backup Management:
- Head to the "Backup & Restore" section.
- Configure backup frequency and retention.
- Click on "Save Changes" to schedule your backups.
- Security Settings:
- Under the "Security" tab, you can manage firewall settings.
- Enable IP whitelisting for enhanced security.
- Apply changes to update your firewall rules.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage and optimize your Cloudways server using advanced settings.
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