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How to Configure WordPress to use SMTP for Sending Emails
Sending emails from WordPress is a crucial function that powers everything from admin notifications to password resets. By default, WordPress uses the PHP mail function to send emails. However, this method is not always reliable and can result in you...
Forcing HTTPS:// Redirection for Your Website
There are several methods to force HTTPS:// on your website, depending on your setup and preferences. Here are three commonly used approaches: Using a WordPress Plugin (Really Simple SSL): In your WordPress Dashboard, go to the Plugins section. Clic...
Diagnosing a slow website using PHP X-Ray to find bottlenecks
When a website or application feels like its 'slow performing', the common assumption is that its a 'server issue', whereas in many cases the bottleneck in terms of performance can be within the application / script itself. When a website does slow...
JetBackup - How to restore your account files or databases
JetBackup5 is our powerful backup and restore tool. It allows us to take daily incremental backups of all sites stored on our servers and provides a simple and intuitive interface to restore your account data. **Let's fire up the JetBackup 5 module...
JetBackup - JetBackup UI Showing 500 Error
If you are trying to restore an account using JetBackup and encounter a 500 / Fatal error within the JetBackup interface, don't panic. This issue is commonly encountered during the restoration process and is typically temporary. Why does this happen?...
Understanding Our Internal Auditing and Cleanup Process
In the realm of web hosting, maintaining server efficiency and security is paramount. As part of our commitment to providing top-notch services, we implement an internal auditing and cleanup process to manage disk space and ensure the smooth operatio...
Resolving 'npm: command not found'
When working with Node.js applications on your Brixly hosting account, you may encounter the 'npm: command not found' error. This typically indicates that the npm (Node Package Manager) is not in the system's PATH, or the correct version of Node.js i...
How many sites can I add to an individual cPanel account?
The number of sites you can add to an individual cPanel account is in most cases not limited by us, which means you have the freedom to host as many websites as you desire under a single cPanel account. However, it's important to consider the resourc...
Understanding PHP Memory Limits in Shared Hosting Environments
Introduction: In shared hosting environments, such as those provided by Brixly, the 'Select PHP Version' screen often displays a default PHP memory_limit value that is lower than the maximum available. This article explains the rationale behind setti...
cpGuard - Understanding the Captcha Verification Screen
Introduction: At Brixly, we prioritize the security of your websites. As part of our shared hosting environment, we have implemented cpGuard's Captcha verification feature to protect against automated threats and bot attacks. This article will expla...
How to Disable ModSecurity on cPanel
If you are finding that you're being stopped by ModSecurity on domains, the following guide will help you remove ModSecurity on the Domain. Firstly, Log into cPanel and search for 'ModSecurity' at the top in the search bar. From here, you'll see a li...
Enable directory index listings using .htaccess
You can configure the webserver to display file listings for directories that do not have a directory index page. By default on brixly servers, when visitors go to a URL that requests a directory, such as http://example.net/gallery, the web server lo...
Softaculous Backups - Why are they disabled?
At Brixly, we strive to provide our clients the best web hosting experience, including using reliable and efficient backup solutions. While Softaculous is a popular software auto-installer that offers a native backup functionality, we have decided no...
WordPress Manager - Script 26 Not Found
A client has reported that the following errors show when trying to install a WordPress installation via the WordPress Manager in our client area... Script '26' Not Found To resolve the issue, you can switch the cPanel account you are trying this wi...
How to change your PHP Version and PHP Settings
At Brixly, we strive to provide you with the flexibility and control you need to optimize your website's performance. One way we do this is by allowing you to change your PHP version and settings directly from your cPanel account. This guide will wal...