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Import an existing Git repo in ULTRA Cloud Panel

If you’ve recently migrated a site into ULTRA Cloud that was previously deployed using Git, you can easily import the Git configuration to continue using ULTRA Cloud’s Git features Login to ULTRA Cloud Panel through your Freethought customer area (portal.freethought.uk) Open the site’s settings via Site and then Settings Select…

Restricting WordPress admin access to Trusted IP Address

Description If you need to keep a WordPress website publicly accessible but prevent access to the WordPress administration area, you can enable WordPress dashboard protection in ULTRA Cloud Panel. This blocks access to the WordPress back end unless the visitor is connecting from an approved IP address. Purpose The website…

Website malware & what to do next

If you’ve found malware or suspect your site has been infected, we’re here to help. How to know if your site is infected with malware Most infected sites may have the following symptoms: Randomly redirecting to third-party sites Suspicious content changes (e.g. defacement, new pages, unrelated content) Unrecognised admin-level users…

Setting up Git Webhooks in ULTRA Cloud Panel

So you’ve got your site setup to use a Git Repository and you now want to automate the process a bit, ULTRA Cloud allows you to configure Git Webhooks for automatic pull and deployment of code from your Repositories. 💡Note: This guide assumes that you’ve already setup a Git Repository…

Using Git Repositories in ULTRA Cloud Panel

You’ve got a site setup in ULTRA Cloud but now you want to automate things a bit by using Git Repositories to manage the content on your sites. This guide will show you how to connect your sites in ULTRA Cloud with a Git Repository. Obtaining Git Repository address: Navigate…

Installing WordPress on Scout

Overview With Scout, you can install WordPress quickly and easily, without needing to manually configure files or databases. This guide walks you through the process of setting up a new WordPress site using the Scout Control Panel. Instructions Log in to Scout Sign in to your account Open the Scout…

Providing File Access (SFTP) to Developers on ULTRA Cloud Panel

When a developer needs access to the files for a specific website hosted on ULTRA Cloud Panel, you can grant secure SFTP access directly through the ULTRA Cloud Panel. This process is quick, does not affect the live website, and ensures the developer receives only the credentials they need. 1.…

Installing a new PHP version on ULTRA Cloud Panel

Scout allows you to manage the PHP version used by your websites. This is useful when upgrading to newer versions for performance and security, or when specific applications require a particular PHP release. The process is straightforward and can be completed directly from the ULTRA Cloud Panel. Steps to Install…

Enable Bad Bot Blocking Protection & Rate Limiting Mode

Keep automated attackers off your site. ULTRA Cloud blocks malicious bots by default, but you can fine-tune protection or add exceptions for legitimate bots you trust. Step 1: Open Security Settings Log into www.freethought.uk and open your ULTRA Cloud Panel. Click the Settings icon beside the site you want to…

Rolling a Site Back using ULTRA Cloud‘s Backups

Deleted something you shouldn’t have? Made a change that broke your site? ULTRA Cloud’s backups make recovery effortless. One click and you’re back online. Step 1: Open Your Site Log into www.freethought.uk and open your ULTRA Cloud Panel. Click the Settings icon beside the site you need to restore. Step…