Installing PHP Extensions or Switching PHP Versions in cPanel
If you're running a website on PHP (like WordPress, Laravel, or Joomla), having the right PHP version and extensions is crucial for performance and compatibility. At Sternhost, we make it easy to manage your PHP settings directly from your cPanel.
In this guide, you'll learn how to:
Switch ...
Fixing a Hacked Website
Waking up to find your website hacked can be terrifying. Whether you're running a blog, e-commerce store, or business site, a breach can hurt your reputation and revenue. In this guide, we’ll walk you through a simple but comprehensive process to recover and secure your website from ...
SHOUTcast vs Icecast: Which Is Better for Your Internet Radio?
If you're ready to start broadcasting online, two names dominate the world of internet radio streaming: SHOUTcast and Icecast.
Both platforms allow you to stream live audio to your audience—but which one is best for you? In this post, we’ll break down the pros, cons, features, and differences ...
Getting Started with Internet Radio Hosting: A Beginner’s Guide
The world of broadcasting is no longer limited to FM frequencies. With Internet Radio Hosting, you can reach a global audience with just a computer and an internet connection. Whether you’re starting a music channel, talk show, church stream, or educational broadcast, Sternhost provides the tools and ...
Why Your Site Shows “Not Secure” and How to Fix It
Seeing a “Not Secure” warning next to your website’s URL can be alarming—both for you and your visitors. It signals that your site doesn’t have a valid SSL certificate, putting your data and credibility at risk.
In this article, we’ll break down why your site shows “Not Secure” ...
How to Set Up Email Forwarding in cPanel
Email forwarding lets you automatically redirect incoming emails from one address to another—without needing to check multiple inboxes. Whether you're trying to forward emails to a Gmail address or another team member, cPanel’s built-in tools make it easy.
In this article, we’ll show you how to create, manage, ...
How to Use Webmail (Roundcube/Horde) to Access Your Emails
Webmail allows you to access your email directly from your browser—no need for third-party email clients like Outlook or Thunderbird. At Sternhost, we provide two powerful webmail options: Roundcube and Horde.
In this article, we’ll walk you through how to access and use Webmail through cPanel, what each ...
Resetting Your cPanel Password: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’ve forgotten your cPanel password or simply want to change it for security reasons, don’t panic. This guide will walk you through resetting your cPanel password in a few easy steps using your Sternhost Client Area or WHM (Web Host Manager) if you're a reseller or ...
What Website Owners Need to Know About IPv4 vs. IPv6
Every website depends on the internet protocol (IP) address to connect users and servers. But with the explosive growth of the internet, the original addressing system — IPv4 — has become insufficient. Enter IPv6, the next-generation protocol designed to solve these limitations. Understanding the differences between IPv4 ...
Pointing Your Domain to Sternhost: A Step-by-Step DNS Guide
One of the first steps in launching your website with Sternhost is connecting your domain name to our servers. Whether your domain is registered with us or another registrar (like Namecheap, GoDaddy, or Google Domains), this guide walks you through how to point your domain to your ...
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