Finding help just got easier. Contabo’s Knowledge Base now includes step-by-step video guides alongside hundreds of articles, all designed to help you solve issues quickly and independently. Explore what’s new in self-support and see how we’re making answers easier to find than ever.
Learn how to fix and prevent mixed content issues on your website. Discover why Chrome blocks insecure elements, how to identify and resolve errors, and best practices to keep your site secure and trusted.
Tired of tracking hosting invoices manually? Learn how to set up automatic payments with Contabo using credit card or PayPal, so your services stay online without interruptions.
Simplify Your Hosting Experience: How to Set Up Automatic Payments with Contabo Read More »
Contabo has rolled out AMD EPYC Turin 9995P processors across our data centers, improving performance while reducing energy consumption. Find out how this infrastructure upgrade benefits your projects through more stable performance, better value, and reduced environmental impact.
Always Improving: AMD Turin CPUs Join the Contabo Virtualization Hosts Inventory Read More »
Encountering a 403 Forbidden error can be frustrating, but it’s often a simple fix. This guide breaks down the causes of these access denials and provides practical solutions. From checking file permissions to troubleshooting plugins, we’ll help you turn that “Forbidden” sign into a welcome mat for your visitors.
Learn how to securely transfer SSH files using SSH, SCP, and SFTP. Our step-by-step guide covers Linux and Windows servers for seamless file management.
Learn how to set up a secure, high-performance Linux mail server from scratch with this comprehensive guide. Discover how to configure Postfix for email routing, integrate Dovecot for IMAP/POP3 retrieval, and harden your server with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protocols. Explore Contabo’s NVMe-powered VPS and dedicated servers—ideal infrastructure for self-hosted email solutions offering GDPR compliance, DDoS protection, and scalable storage. Perfect for developers, businesses, and privacy-conscious users wanting full control over their email infrastructure.
Data centers require continuous power to prevent server downtime. This comprehensive guide explains how redundant power systems work in modern facilities like Hub Europe, detailing the journey from high-voltage utility feeds through multiple backup systems to ensure 99.982% uptime for mission-critical applications.
Data Centers Explained: How Does Redundant Power Supply Work? Read More »
New to NGINX? This comprehensive guide breaks down the essentials of NGINX configuration, from basic directives to advanced reverse proxy setups. Discover how to structure your config files, serve multiple domains, and optimize performance – all explained in straightforward terms with practical examples you can implement on your Contabo server.
Encountering ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR can be frustrating, but it’s often easily fixable. This guide breaks down the causes of SSL/TLS handshake failures and provides practical solutions. From checking your system time to verifying SSL certificates, we’ll help you restore secure connections and keep your online experience smooth and safe.
ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR – Common Issues, Causes, and Workarounds Read More »
Discover how blockchain nodes power crypto networks. Learn about node types, security, and hosting options to maximize your participation in the crypto world.
Unlock the secrets of your Linux system! Learn how to monitor, analyze, and secure your server with powerful log management techniques.
Linux Logs Explained: Boost Your System’s Performance and Security Read More »
When our servers began freezing without obvious causes in late 2024, we assembled a specialized task force to investigate. After ruling out hardware, location, and workload patterns, we discovered the culprit: an unexpected interaction between ZRAM compression and swap space that caused system-wide freezes under specific memory conditions.
How We Resolved the Server Issues of 2024 (A Peek Behind the Scenes) Read More »
From Support Agent to Team Lead, Ushan’s journey at Contabo is a story of dedication, growth, and leadership in a dynamic international work environment.
Interview with Ushan: A Journey from Customer Support Agent to Team Lead at Contabo Read More »
Discover Contabo’s new Auto Backup service for Cloud VPS. Enjoy automated, off-server backups with 10-day retention. Protect your data easily and affordably.
Introducing Auto Backup: The Best Way to Protect your VPS Data Read More »