How to set up hostname and DNS in DirectAdmin

Note: Before setting this up, I suggest you have your DNS configured at your domain registrar, by either setting up custom DNS, or pointing A records. Log into your DirectAdmin Under Server Manager, click on Administrator Settings. Click on the 2nd tab called Server Settings. In the Server’s Hostname field type in your desired hostname…

How to whitelist your IP in DirectAdmin

When you install DirectAdmin on a KVM/XEN VPS or a dedicated server, the firewall plugin called CSF (ConfigServer Security & Firewall) automatically gets installed. Note, if you install DirectAdmin on OpenVZ server, you can not install CSF. To whitelist your IP, (so you don’t ban yourself), Under the Extra Features, click on ConfigServer Security &…

What plugins I use

Below are the plugins I like and use. Now this does not mean any plugins I do not list are not good. It’s most likely not something I never used before. Ad InserterGreat plugin to use for ads Advanced iFrameiFrame plugin Anti-Malware Security and Brute-Force Firewall – AKA GotMLSMalware scanner and removal Auto Amazon Links…

How to back up your WordPress site

Backing up your WordPress site is probably the most important thing you need to do when running a website. If you need more information why, please take a look at https://andreas.ca/articles/do-i-need-to-back-up-my-wordpress-site/ The best plugin I have found and tested to work well is WPVivid. The free version offers everything you need. backs up website stores…