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I can’t access my JCP server or site – have I been blocked?

If you’ve recently been trying to login to SFTP or SSH and you suddenly can’t access your JCP server(s) or site(s), it’s possible your IP address has been blocked by our security. How to get your IP address unblocked If you suspect you have been blocked, simply login to your…

Import an existing Git repo in Jolt Control Panel

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

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 Jolt Control 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 Jolt Control Panel

So you’ve got your site setup to use a Git Repository and you now want to automate the process a bit, JCP 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 that…

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.…