Knowledge Base
Practical help articles for HostStack customers — DNS, cPanel, email, WordPress, SSL, billing in INR, and VPS. Search by topic below.
Getting started
1 article
Domains & DNS
4 articles
4 articles
cPanel, files & FTP
6 articles
WordPress
3 articles
SSL & security
2 articles
Billing & account (India)
2 articles
VPS & SSH
1 article
Troubleshooting
2 articles
Getting started
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Welcome email & HostStack client area
Where HostStack sends credentials, how to log in to the client area, and how to reach cPanel after checkout.
Domains & DNS
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DNS records explained (A, CNAME, MX, TXT)
Plain-language overview of common DNS records used with HostStack hosting, email, and verification.
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Point your domain to HostStack nameservers
How to update nameservers at your registrar so traffic resolves to your HostStack hosting account.
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Using Cloudflare or external DNS with HostStack
Keep DNS at Cloudflare (or another DNS host) while hosting the site on HostStack — what to align.
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Domain transfer checklist (into your registrar workflow)
Operational checklist before you repoint production mail or sites toward HostStack.
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Create an email account in cPanel (HostStack)
Create mailboxes, quotas, and passwords for domains hosted on HostStack cPanel plans.
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Email client settings (IMAP & SMTP) for HostStack
Typical secure ports and connection modes for mail clients using HostStack-hosted mailboxes.
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SPF, DKIM & DMARC overview for better deliverability
Why authentication matters for outbound mail on HostStack plans and how DNS records fit together.
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Outbound email deliverability checklist
Reduce spam-folder risk for mail sent from HostStack-hosted domains.
cPanel, files & FTP
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Upload site files with cPanel File Manager
Safely upload and edit files for your HostStack-hosted site without FTP.
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FTP / SFTP accounts for HostStack hosting
Create FTP users, connect with FileZilla-class clients, and keep transfers aligned with your account limits.
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PHP version selection & PHP.ini in cPanel
Switch PHP versions and adjust common limits where your HostStack plan exposes MultiPHP options.
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Cron jobs in cPanel — overview for HostStack customers
Schedule PHP or URL crons responsibly within HostStack account limits.
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Redirects & canonical URLs with .htaccess on HostStack
Common redirect patterns for Apache stacks behind HostStack shared/cloud hosting.
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MySQL & phpMyAdmin safety practices
Exports, imports, and precautions when managing databases on HostStack cPanel hosting.
WordPress
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Install WordPress with Softaculous on HostStack
Fresh WordPress installs through Softaculous on HostStack cPanel hosting.
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Reset your WordPress admin password safely
Password recovery paths that work on HostStack-hosted WordPress without weakening security.
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WordPress hardening basics on HostStack
Practical hardening steps that pair well with HostStack backups, SSL, and support workflows.
SSL & security
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SSL & HTTPS troubleshooting on HostStack
AutoSSL-style issuance, propagation delays, and checks when HTTPS fails after DNS moves.
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Fix mixed content warnings after enabling SSL
Resolve insecure HTTP asset loads after HTTPS is live on HostStack hosting.
Billing & account (India)
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GST, INR invoices & billing in the HostStack client area
How HostStack customers review invoices, GST lines, and renewal timing for India-focused billing.
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Renewals, cancellations & refunds — where to read policy
Pointers to HostStack legal pages and how renewals interact with your client area.
VPS & SSH
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VPS first login & SSH basics (HostStack)
Initial SSH access expectations for HostStack KVM VPS plans and safe first-session habits.
Troubleshooting
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Clear browser cache & understand DNS propagation
Avoid false alarms after DNS or SSL changes on HostStack hosting.
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Website migration cutover order (files, email, DNS)
Reduce downtime when moving an existing site onto HostStack hosting.
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