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Can I revert back to a Legacy plan?
Once upgraded to one of our current plans, you can not revert back to a...
Read MoreHow do I upgrade or downgrade my Legacy plan?
As of July 1, 2022, Legacy plans (denoted as `(legacy)` in your billing area) are...
Read MoreHow do I check where my name servers are pointing?
We recommend using whatsmydns.net to check the propagation status of DNS settings for your domain....
Read MoreWhat are Chillidog Hosting Name servers?
We have five geo-distributed name servers that we offer our users. In addition to being...
Read MoreDomain refunds
Due to ICANN policies, all domain registrations and transfers are non-refundable.
Read MoreTransferring a domain to Chillidog Hosting
Domain transfers can be initiated via the billing area. Most domains require an EPP or...
Read MoreCan I use WordPress?
Yes, WordPress works great on Chillidog Hosting too. WordPress can be installed with 1-click using...
Read MoreDo you offer migration assistance?
We want to make it as easy as possible to migrate to Chillidog Hosting. That's...
Read MoreDoes my hosting include email?
Yes, all hosting accounts include email for no additional cost via your cPanel. Email storage...
Read MoreForce visitors to the secure SSL (HTTPS) version of my site in RapidWeaver
In order to force visitors to the secure version of your site, you'll need to...
Read MoreHelp! My website is down!
To start, please don't panic. We'll outline a few troubleshooting tips for your site.Please start...
Read MoreHow do I install WordPress?
We highly recommend using Softaculous to install and manage your WordPress installation.
Read MoreHow do I secure my site via HTTPS and SSL?
We provide free SSL certificates for all domains (and sub-domains!) that we host. In order...
Read MoreIs the server down?
We publish a publicly available status page which includes the up and responsive time of...
Read MoreWhat is Chillimail?
Chillimail is our professional email product meant for users who are serious about email. Chillimail...
Read MoreWhat PHP versions do you support?
As of publishing this page, we cover PHP 5.6 to 8.2 and assuredly other versions...
Read MoreHow do I change the PHP version for my site?
You can change the PHP version for any Add-on domain or Sub-domain in your account...
Read MoreDo you charge for SSL certificates?
No! We provide free SSL certificates for every domain (e.g., example.com) and every sub-domain (e.g.,...
Read MoreCan I use a database with my hosting?
Yes, we provide MySQL for users to host their WordPress or other database applications. You...
Read MoreDo you support SFTP?
Yes, we support SFTP. SFTP runs on port 23261. Therefore, you may have to manually...
Read MoreDoes you offer PHPMyAdmin to manage my MySQL databases?
Yes! We provide PHPMyAdmin access to make MySQL management simple and easy. PHPMyAdmin can be...
Read MoreHow to create a subdomain?
In this guide we'll walk you through adding a subdomain to your hosting account.To create...
Read MoreHow do I set up Chillimail for Outlook in macOS?
The following guide provides an easy step-by-step walkthrough setting up Chillimail in Outlook on your...
Read MoreHow do I merge my hosting accounts?
Sometimes you want to consolidate existing hosting accounts into one larger one. For instance, if...
Read MoreMySQL settings for Sequel Ace
To setup Sequel Ace with your MySQL database you've setup, use these settings.Choose the SSH...
Read MoreHow do I add an additional site (Addon Domain) to my hosting?
In this guide, we'll walk you through adding additional sites (Addon Domains) to your hosting...
Read MoreAre backups included in my hosting?
Yes! We offer several backup solutions for all users. On-demand cPanel backups. cPanel backups are...
Read MoreHow do I use CyberDuck to upload my website?
CyberDuck is a great open-source FTP/SFTP application for macOS and Windows. It is free to...
Read MoreHow do I use Forklift to upload my website?
Forklift is a our favorite FTP/SFTP application for macOS. You may purchase a copy for...
Read MoreUsing the Backup Wizard
The Backup Wizard allows you to download a compressed copy of all or part of...
Read MoreChillidog Hosting and MachForm SMTP Settings
First, you'll need to set up your database for use in MachForm. For an overview...
Read MoreHow do I find error_log files using the File Manager?
1. Open cPanel 2. Select File Manager in the Files window.(File manager in Files cPanel...
Read MoreDownloading ionCube for use with MAMP
Where do I get ionCube?To download ionCube, head over to ionCube and download the “macOS...
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