Basic Server Configuration

Configuring your server correctly is crucial to ensure optimal performance and security. In this article, we'll guide you through some basic configuration steps for your newly created Cloudways server.

Steps for Basic Server Configuration

1. Navigate to the Cloudways platform.

2. Enter your login credentials to access your account.

1. Click on the 'Servers' tab.

2. Select the ‘Add Server’ button.

3. Fill in the required details and click 'Launch Server.'

1. Once the server is launched, click on the server name.

2. Navigate to the ‘Manage Services’ tab.

1. Go to the ‘Settings & Packages’ tab.

2. Adjust settings such as execution limit, memory limit, and upload size according to your needs.

1. Navigate to the ‘Security’ tab.

2. Add your SSH key to enable secure access to your server.

1. Go to the 'Backup' section.

2. Enable automatic backups and set the frequency and retention period.

1. Navigate to the ‘Application’ tab.

2. Choose the applications or services you require and install them.

Conclusion

By following these basic server configuration steps, you can ensure that your server is set up correctly and ready for use. For more detailed configurations, refer to our advanced server settings guide.