Daniel Överfjord, utgivare på Loopia Knowledge Base

How do you connect to an MSSQL database on Loopia hosting?

Connect to an MSSQL (Microsoft SQL Server) database that you have created with Loopia using SQL Server Management Studio: first find your database details in the Customer Zone, then enter them in the client, as shown below. We recommend that you download Microsoft Management Studio to manage your databases. Find your MSSQL details in the […]

How do you enable a free Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate at Loopia?

You don’t need to enable Let’s Encrypt yourself. As soon as you place a domain on one of our web platforms – Unix, Boost, Autobahn or Windows – a free SSL/TLS certificate from Let’s Encrypt is activated automatically, usually within an hour. After that, you adapt your site’s links to https (see below). Last checked: […]

How do you restore your website from a Loopia backup?

If you have installed a plugin that causes issues, deleted something by mistake, or want to roll back your website for any other reason, you can restore a previous backup directly from the Loopia Customer Zone. This guide shows you how to restore both web files and a MySQL database (database backup) from Loopia’s automatic […]

What should you do if there is an intrusion on the page (a hacked website)?

If you see an unfamiliar page when you visit your website, or a warning like the one below, your site may have been compromised by an intrusion (an unauthorised entry by an attacker). Don’t worry — this is a common situation and there is a clear set of steps to recover safely. This guide walks […]

How do I add an A record or CNAME record in Loopia?

Connect your domain name to an external service using an A record (DNS zone entry pointing to an IP address) or a CNAME record (zone entry pointing to another domain name) by following the steps below. These DNS records (zone entries) tell visitors where to find your website. Open the DNS settings in the Customer […]

How do you change your password in the WordPress dashboard?

Changing your WordPress password is a quick process you can do from your user profile in the WordPress dashboard (admin area, wp-admin), and using a strong password is one of the most important things you can do to keep your site secure. It’s a good habit to change the password regularly, and essential if you […]

How do you change the admin password in OpenCart on Loopia hosting?

Changing the admin password in OpenCart (e-commerce platform) is done from the Users area in the admin interface. A strong password is recommended, and it is a good idea to change your password regularly. Change the password Follow these steps to update your OpenCart admin password from inside the admin interface. Click System -> Localisation […]

How do you upload files with ASP.NET on Loopia’s Windows hosting?

ASP.NET (Microsoft web framework) provides a built-in FileUpload server control for handling file uploads on Loopia Windows hosting. This guide shows how the basic upload code works and what to consider regarding folder paths and security. In plain classic ASP, there is no built-in file upload management, but you can use third-party components such as […]

How do you add an SRV record for a service such as voice or chat at Loopia?

An SRV record (DNS service record) lets you point a specific service, such as voice or chat, to a particular host and port for your domain. You can add an SRV record in the Loopia Customer Zone using the DNS Editor. Add an SRV record in the DNS Editor Follow these steps to create a […]

How do you transfer your domain name to Loopia from another registrar?

Transfer your domain name to Loopia and become our customer as the registrar (the company responsible for renewing and managing your domain) in two steps: add the domain to your Loopia account, then start a transfer so we take over the administrative responsibility. Both steps, and the requirements per top-level domain, are described below. Add […]

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