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Using Git Repositories in Jolt Control Panel

You’ve got a site setup in JCP 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 JCP with a Git Repository. Obtaining Git Repository address: Navigate to your…

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 Jolt Control Panel

When a developer needs access to the files for a specific website hosted on Jolt Control Panel, you can grant secure SFTP access directly through the Jolt Control 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 Jolt Control 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 Jolt Control Panel. Steps to Install…

Enable Bad Bot Blocking Protection & Rate Limiting Mode

Keep automated attackers off your site. JCP 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.jolt.co.uk/kb and open your Jolt Control Panel. Click the Settings icon beside the site you want to protect.…

Rolling a Site Back using JCP‘s Backups

Deleted something you shouldn’t have? Made a change that broke your site? JCP’s backups make recovery effortless. One click and you’re back online. Step 1: Open Your Site Log into www.jolt.co.uk/kb and open your Jolt Control Panel. Click the Settings icon beside the site you need to restore. Step 2:…

Creating a Staging Site on JCP

Want to test changes before they go live? A staging site lets you clone your live website and test everything in a safe sandbox. Here’s how to set one up. Step 1: Create a New Site Log into www.jolt.co.uk/kb and open your Jolt Control Panel. Click “Add a site” in…

Easy WebP Image Optimisation on JCP

Speed up your site instantly. WebP images are smaller and faster, but JCP handles the complexity so you don’t have to. One click to enable. WebP is Google’s preferred modern image format for the web because it offers superior compression (lossy and lossless), creating significantly smaller files than JPEG, PNG,…

Suspending Access to a Site on JCP

Need to take a site offline for a bit? Whether you’re performing maintenance or just need a temporary “time-out” for a project, the Jolt Control Panel makes it incredibly easy to toggle access on and off. Step 1: Log In to Jolt Control Panel First, head over to www.jolt.co.uk/kb and…

JCP‘s WordPress Dashboard Protection feature

If you would like to strengthen your WordPress site’s security, JCP’s WordPress Dashboard Protection feature restricts access to the WordPress administrative dashboard (or wp-admin) by IP address. The protection still allows normal users to login, such as customers of a WooCommerce installation or members of a MemberPress installation, but they…