Find guides, tutorials, and best practices for managing your hosting.
Your First Website in 5 Minutes
A complete walkthrough from signing up to seeing your site live on the internet.
How SSL Certificates Work
HTTPS, encryption, and why every site needs SSL — plus how to install it free.
What is a VPS and Do You Need One?
When to upgrade from shared hosting and what to expect from a VPS.
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How Domain Names Work
DNS, nameservers, propagation explained in plain language.
Read article →Your First Website in 5 Minutes
A complete walkthrough from signing up to seeing your site live on the internet.
Read article →Choosing the Right Hosting Plan
Shared, VPS, or dedicated? How to decide based on your traffic and budget.
Read article →Manage your hosting account.
PHP Version Guide
How to switch PHP versions and which version is right for your application.
Read article →Setting Up Email Accounts
Create professional email addresses, configure clients, and set up forwarders.
Read article →Managing Your DNS Records
A, CNAME, MX, TXT records — what each does and when to use them.
Read article →How to Install WordPress
One-click install through HestiaCP, plus manual setup if you need full control.
Read article →Control your VPS like a pro.
How to Connect via SSH
Set up SSH keys, connect from Windows, Mac, or Linux, and stay secure.
Read article →Basic Linux Server Commands
The 20 commands every server owner should know to manage their VPS.
Read article →What is a VPS and Do You Need One?
When to upgrade from shared hosting and what to expect from a VPS.
Read article →Keep your site and data safe.
Setting Up DKIM, SPF, and DMARC
Stop your emails going to spam with proper email authentication records.
Read article →How SSL Certificates Work
HTTPS, encryption, and why every site needs SSL — plus how to install it free.
Read article →Keeping Your WordPress Site Secure
Updates, strong passwords, plugins, and backups — the essential checklist.
Read article →Invoices, upgrades, and backups.
Upgrading or Downgrading Your Plan
How to change plans, what gets prorated, and what to expect during migration.
Read article →How Backups Work
Automatic backup schedules, how to restore, and best practices for data safety.
Read article →How Billing Works
Billing cycles, invoices, payment methods, and what happens if a payment fails.
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