Using Cloudflare in combination with a VPS server is a good way of improving website performance, security, and reliability – without necessarily increasing operational costs. Cloudflare acts as a global optimization and protection layer that reduces latency, filters harmful traffic, and improves content delivery efficiency. What Is Cloudflare Cloudflare is a content delivery network (CDN) […]
If you’re thinking about reducing your Contabo VPS resources, this guide walks you through every step of the downgrade process. While upgrading can be done directly, downgrading involves a few extra actions – mainly because lowering CPU, RAM, or storage requires a different VPS configuration. Step 1: Order a New VPS Unlike an upgrade, you
If your emails fail to reach recipients, your configuration may be incorrect or flagged as spam. Common issues involve missing or incorrect SPF, DKIM, DMARC, or Reverse DNS (PTR) records. This guide explains how to fix these problems and improve email deliverability. Reverse DNS Check – Setting Up a PTR Record A PTR record (Reverse
If you’ve placed an order at Contabo and are now wondering how you’ll know what is happening with your server, here’s how to keep track of your order. Step 1: Open the Order Status Page Head over to the Order Status Page. There you can find any updates on your order. Step 2: Enter your
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If you’re using Plesk to manage your Contabo server, you already know how much it simplifies website and server management. But what if you could do even more with it? That’s where Plesk extensions come in. These add-on tools allow you to customize your control panel to match your exact needs, whether that’s stronger security,
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How to Upgrade the Operating System on your Contabo Server Keeping your server’s operating system up to date is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure security, stability and performance. Regular upgrades fix vulnerabilities, improve functionality and ensure that your applications run smoothly. Why do I need to Upgrade my Operating
Compare Plesk vs cPanel, the two most popular hosting panels for managing your VPS. This guide breaks down their interfaces, operating system support, pricing, WordPress tools, security features, and scalability options. Learn where each panel excels, what limitations to watch out for, and how to choose the right control panel to simplify server management and fit your business needs.
Databases form the backbone of modern websites, applications, and businesses. They store, organize, and make data accessible – ensuring systems run efficiently, and users get quick results. Broadly, databases fall into two categories: SQL (relational) and NoSQL (non-relational). Both are powerful, but they serve different needs depending on data structure, scalability, and performance goals. Let’s
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Installing PHP on Linux is a straightforward process, but doing it on a VPS gives you more control and flexibility. Whether you’re setting up a new server for a project or migrating an existing site, a Linux PHP install ensures you can run frameworks and content management systems exactly the way you want. Using a
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Uploading files to your Contabo server is a basic step for managing websites, applications, or data. Depending on your operating system, the method may differ. This guide covers multiple ways to transfer files efficiently between Windows and Linux systems. Uploading Files to a Windows Contabo Server from a Windows Computer The simplest way to transfer
If you’re running a server with Contabo and looking for a simpler way to manage websites, domains, email, and other services, Plesk might be the tool you’re after. It’s a well-known web hosting control panel designed to make server and site management far more accessible, even if you’re not highly technical. This guide will walk
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Migrating a WordPress website may sound complicated, but with the right approach, it’s simple and safe. WordPress powers over 40% of all websites on the internet – from personal blogs to corporate websites and online stores. Whether you want to switch hosting providers or move to a faster server, this step-by-step guide shows you exactly
When you manage a server, fast and reliable support is everything. Whether you want to set up WordPress, configure SSH, customize your firewall, or get answers to billing questions, Contabo offers a bunch of ways to get the help you need. This overview walks you through all the support options available, so you always know
If your cloud application is slow, the problem often lies within the database. A heavily used application sends more queries, more users access the same databases, and response times begin to increase. In this guide, you will learn how to improve the performance of your cloud database with four practical techniques. These include database indexing,
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HTTP/3 is one of the easiest upgrades you can make for faster web delivery. In this guide, we’ll show you how to enable HTTP/3 step by step in LiteSpeed Web Server. You’ll also learn what HTTP/3 is, why it’s important for optimization, and how to check if it’s working. What Is LiteSpeed LiteSpeed is a
