Game Management Panel Security and Privacy Options Updated on September 6, 2023 by InMotion Hosting Contributor The Minecraft Server plans include a Game Panel with built-in security and privacy options to help you protect your server instances. These can be adjusted to make accessing your server more or less secure. For example, for more security, you can limit the type of files that can be uploaded, or make it required for Read More >
Managing Backups in the Game Management Panel Updated on September 6, 2023 by InMotion Hosting Contributor When managing your Minecraft Server it’s recommended that you perform backups at regular intervals, or before making major modifications. This would allow you to roll back the changes if any problems occur. For example, if you are testing out a new 3rd party plugin or changing the server configuration, make a backup and enter a Read More >
Using the Minecraft File Manager Updated on March 11, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Contributor Your Minecraft Server Hosting plan includes access to a Game Panel where you can manage your instances. Within the Game Panel is a File Manager tool that makes it simple to view or edit files and folders. This guide will show you how to use the File Manager in your Game Management Panel. How to Read More >
How to Schedule Triggers on Your Minecraft Server Updated on March 11, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Contributor When you are hosting a Minecraft Server, there may be tasks that you need to automate or perform on a regular basis. Triggers can be used to schedule a task or automatically do a job for you. For example, you could schedule a trigger to check for updates weekly or send an email message to Read More >
Connecting to Your Minecraft Server with SFTP Updated on September 6, 2023 by InMotion Hosting Contributor If you want to edit or manage the files on your Minecraft Server instance, you have the ability to use the File Manager or connect directly using SFTP. SFTP stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol or SSH File Transfer Protocol and connects securely so the data is encrypted over the network. In this guide, we’ll Read More >
Access & Change Minecraft Networking Options Updated on September 6, 2023 by InMotion Hosting Contributor When you first purchase your Minecraft Server hosting account it will be set up and ready to work, but there may be times when you want to use custom networking options. For example, if you have multiple instances and are accessing them using the hostname, you can change the port for each instance to allow Read More >
Setting Minecraft Instance Defaults Updated on March 11, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Contributor Your Minecraft Server Hosting plan includes the ability to create new server instances. In this guide, we’ll show you how to select the default settings for a new instance that is created in the Game Management Panel. Set New Instance Defaults Congratulations, now you know how to set new instance defaults in your Game Management Read More >
Minecraft User Profile Options in the Game Panel Updated on September 6, 2023 by InMotion Hosting Contributor When managing a Minecraft Server, you have the ability to update your user profile within the Game Panel. Tasks such as updating your profile picture/email address or enabling two-factor authentication are all accomplished through the account profile page. In this guide, we’ll show you how to access your profile options and then show you how Read More >
Cloud Server Security – Best Practices Updated on June 5, 2026 by InMotion Hosting Contributor Cloud server setup can vary widely, as you are free to use any combination of software and applications to fit your needs. Opting for a cloud server rather than a cPanel-managed VPS gives you greater control over your Linux operating system (OS) and environment. But this also means it’s your responsibility to implement measures to Read More >
Setting the Clock on Your Ubuntu Server: A Step-by-Step Guide Updated on January 18, 2023 by Christopher Maiorana Setting the timezone for your server is a critical first step in basic system administration. If your server doesn’t tell good time, it can cause you plenty of headaches. Need to know when an email came in? Need a cron job to run at a specific time? Need an SSL to renew at a regular Read More >
How to Verify Your Email Address for InMotion Central Updated on June 10, 2025 by Carrie Smaha Platform i’s onboarding process is quick, informative and simple – making it easy for anyone to get started. All you need is an email address to unlock an entire ecosystem of tools. InMotion Central lets you create an account using two methods: If you signed up with an email address that has Google Workspace enabled, Read More >
W3 Total Cache – Guide to WordPress Caching Updated on January 22, 2026 by Harry Jackson With over 1 million active installations, W3 Total Cache is one of the most popular ways to optimize and manage your WordPress site’s cache. This can result in faster load times and less strain on your server, which can also help your SEO (search engine optimization) efforts. How to Use W3 Total Cache in InMotion Read More >
How to Use SSH to Access Your UltraStack VPS Updated on June 9, 2025 by Jesse Owens When running a website or server, SSH can save you time by allowing you to view, manage, and edit files from the command line interface (CLI). This guide will show you how to use SSH with your UltraStack server. Note: We also recommend our complete guide on Managing Your UltraStack Server. Connect to Your Server Read More >
How to Enable & Configure Redis Persistent Object Cache for WordPress Updated on October 18, 2024 by Jesse Owens Some Platform i accounts include Redis, which gives you the ability to store persistent object cache in the server’s memory. This can help serve your site assets up faster resulting in better performance. There are several popular plugins available for enabling Redis in WordPress and managing your site cache. This guide will explain how to Read More >
Migrating Email & WordPress Site from cPanel to InMotion Central Updated on April 23, 2026 by Jesse Owens When you are migrating from a hosting account with cPanel to InMotion Central, there are multiple ways to move your site and email. In this guide, we will explain the different options to help you decide the best strategy. Note: If you want to migrate your email from a cPanel account, you need to Purchase Read More >
What is ConvertKit for weForms? Updated on November 4, 2022 by InMotion Hosting Contributor ConvertKit is an email marketing service that you can use to send emails, newsletters, or other email content that can help to grow your audience. It can be integrated into your WordPress site using weForms. You can then gather customer information and start marketing campaigns that help to generate sales leads for your business. In Read More >
Update WordPress From the Admin Dashboard Updated on November 4, 2022 by InMotion Hosting Contributor In this article, I’ll quickly show you how to update WordPress to the latest, greatest, and most secure version currently available. An updated WordPress installation will ensure your WordPress site is as fast as can be and helps protect your website from malicious users. It’s really a very simple process to upgrade WordPress, that said Read More >
How to Use Twilio with Sprout Invoices Updated on October 21, 2022 by InMotion Hosting Contributor Providing timely notifications for business invoices helps the business owner and the customer. One of the quickest ways to send notifications is to use a message. Twilio is an add-on for Sprout Invoices that allows you to send an SMS notification message to your clients. This article will walk you through the necessary steps to Read More >
How to Use the Date/Time Field in weForms Updated on October 21, 2022 by InMotion Hosting Contributor When you want a user to add the date or time to your form then you will need to use the date/time field. The date and time can provide the information needed for a past event, or help to set the deadline for an upcoming event. You can also use it to mark your present Read More >
How to Use the File Upload Feature in weForms Updated on October 21, 2022 by InMotion Hosting Contributor There will be times when you create a form and require a document or some type of file that is needed to be uploaded to the server. weForms provides two fields for file uploads that can be added to a form – Image Upload and File Upload. This article will guide you through creating a Read More >
