Exploring Advanced Settings in Your Apex Managed Panel

The Advanced Settings section in Your Apex Managed Panel goes beyond everyday operations to offer you complete control over critical configurations and management tools. From detailed site information to security settings, auto-updates, developer tools, and more, these settings ensure your WordPress instance is tailored precisely to your needs.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to the Advanced Settings you can utilize in Your Apex Managed Panel.

Site Details

The Site Details section provides key information about your WordPress installation, such as:

• Domain and URL
• WordPress Version
• Site Name and Age
• Installation Directory
• Database credentials (Name, User, Password, and Host)

A preview of your site displays on the right side, letting you verify essential details at a glance.

Security

Strengthen your site’s security with options such as:

• SSL Certificate: Apply an SSL certificate to ensure secure connections.
• Force HTTPS Redirect: Automatically redirect all traffic from HTTP to HTTPS for enhanced security.

These settings are pivotal for safeguarding your visitors' data and maintaining trust.

Auto Updates

Manage automatic updates to keep your WordPress site and its components up-to-date:

• Automatic WordPress Updates
• Automatic Plugin Updates
• Automatic Theme Updates

You can enable or disable these options as needed, providing flexibility based on your update preferences.

Developer Settings

Under Developer Settings, you’ll find tools specifically designed for developers, empowering you to debug and manage your instance more effectively:

• WordPress Debug Mode: Display application errors for troubleshooting.
• Maintenance Mode: Temporarily display a maintenance notice to visitors.
• Control Panel Access: Use Single Sign-On (SSO) for direct access to Plesk, DirectAdmin, or cPanel.
• phpMyAdmin Shortcut: Directly log in to phpMyAdmin for database management.
• PHP Version Management: Check and update the PHP version used by your domain. Bear in mind that this change applies to all instances on the domain.

System Configuration

The System Configuration section allows for advanced changes to your WordPress configuration file. You can:

• Add new configurations using the Create Config button.
• Sort, edit, or delete existing configurations using the action buttons in the table.
• Easily search for specific configurations via the search bar.

Users

Manage who can access your instance under the Users section. Each user is listed in a table with details such as:

• User ID
• Login Name
• Display Name and Role
• Email Address and Registration Time

You can use the icons on the right to:

• Edit user information
• Reset passwords
• Remove users

To find a specific user quickly, utilize the search tool at the top of the table or create a new user with the adjacent button.

Themes

The Themes section lets you manage and explore WordPress themes. Similar to the Plugins section, you can switch between Tile View or List View for installed themes or when browsing new themes.

Installed Themes

• Highlight Active Themes: The active theme is clearly labeled.
• Actions: Deactivate, activate, preview, or delete themes via action buttons.
• Bulk Operations: Select multiple themes to perform actions with ease.
• Sorting: Sort themes alphabetically or by status.

Adding New Themes

Browse and add new themes via the Add New button. You can:

• Search for Themes: Use the search bar or explore popular tags.
• Sort Results: By rating or recency.
• Preview and Download: See how a theme looks or install it directly.

If a theme doesn’t appear, it may be restricted by your administrator.

Logs

Access and review Instance Logs, which store user activities and actions detailed by time and date.

Copy Instance

Easily duplicate your WordPress instance using the Copy Instance feature.

1. Click Copy Instance.
2. Select a service where the duplicated instance should be hosted (if you have multiple services available).

Note that this option is dependent on your hosting plan and must be enabled by your administrator.

Take Full Control

The Advanced Settings in Your Apex Managed Panel provide robust customization options for your WordPress instance. From basic information to powerful developer tools, these features are designed to streamline your website management while offering unparalleled flexibility.

For any questions or guidance, the Apex Managed Hosting support team is always ready to help. Start using these advanced tools today and unlock your site's full potential!