Server Management

13 articles

SFTP, backups, schedules, security, domains, databases, and platform-wide guides.

1

Using SFTP with FileZilla

How to connect to your Witchly.host game server using FileZilla for file management via SFTP.

2

Managing Server Backups

Learn how to create, schedule, and restore backups for your game server on Witchly.host.

3

Server Security Basics

Essential security practices to protect your game server on Witchly.host from unauthorized access and abuse.

4

Schedules and Auto-Restarts

How to set up automatic restarts, scheduled backups, and custom commands using the schedule system on Witchly.host.

5

Server Address and Domains

Understanding your game server address, how ports work, and how to set up a custom domain on Witchly.host.

6

Subusers and Permissions

How to add subusers to your Witchly.host game server and manage their permissions for secure collaboration.

7

Databases

How to create and manage MySQL databases for your game server on Witchly.host — connection strings, common uses, and troubleshooting.

8

How to Get Help

How to get support for your Witchly.host game server — Discord tickets, self-service troubleshooting, and what information to include.

9

Migrating to Witchly

Step-by-step guide to migrate your game server from another host to Witchly.host — file transfer, configuration, and DNS changes.

10

Understanding Server Resources

What CPU, RAM, disk space, and network mean for your game server on Witchly.host — how to monitor usage and when to upgrade.

11

Using the In-Browser Console

How to use the Witchly dashboard's live console — power controls, sending commands, reading server output, and the live state badge.

12

Using the In-Browser File Manager

How to upload, edit, download, compress, extract, and organize files on your server — without ever opening an FTP client.

13

Notifications and Email Preferences

How to use the dashboard's notification bell, manage email alerts, and never miss a renewal or billing event again.