A local DNS cache stores website address information temporarily, but outdated entries can cause connection errors or direct visitors to an old server. Flushing the cache refreshes this information, with instructions provided for Windows and macOS. Browser caches, routers, and public DNS resolvers may also retain outdated records. Additional troubleshooting includes restarting browsers or network…
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How to Improve Email Deliverability and Avoid the Spam Folder
Email deliverability depends less on universal whitelisting and more on proper SPF, DKIM, DMARC, reverse DNS, sender reputation, low complaint rates, list hygiene, and responsible sending practices. Easy unsubscribing, double opt-in, separate transactional and marketing email, and asking recipients to add trusted senders can also help. Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft provide monitoring and diagnostic tools,…
IP Subnet Masks
Subnet masks are explained as binary prefixes, where the number after the slash indicates how many of IPv4’s 32 bits define the network. The post shows how to calculate total addresses with 2^(32 – prefix) and relates common CIDR blocks to their subnet masks. It also explains why subnet sizes come in powers of two,…
Building a website has changed dramatically over the years
Modern websites can be built with content management systems, website builders, custom code, or a mix of tools, but the core goals stay the same: make the site fast, clear, responsive, secure, and easy to maintain. The content emphasizes simple design, obvious navigation, visitor-focused messaging, and a clear page structure. It also highlights practical basics…
What to Do If Your Website Gets Hacked
The guide outlines how to recover a hacked WordPress site by documenting symptoms, contacting the host, preserving evidence, checking clean backups, changing credentials, reviewing administrator accounts, and updating software. It emphasizes inspecting files, wp-content, the database, and configuration files for backdoors or malicious changes. It also advises deciding between cleaning and rebuilding, restoring media carefully,…
Need an Older Version of PHP? We Understand
Web Host Pro explains why it still offers legacy PHP versions alongside PHP 8. It recommends using the newest compatible release, but says older PHP 5 and PHP 7 sites may need to keep running without immediate rewrites or forced upgrades. The post says legacy support uses hardened packages with backported security patches, including CloudLinux…
Your Website’s Home Page Vibe
The post explains how a business home page should create the right tone, focus on visitors, and guide them naturally toward products or services. It emphasizes using customer-centered language, making visitors comfortable, and reflecting the company’s identity and audience needs. It also advises introducing the business briefly and showing an understanding of the problems customers…
A New Chapter: Web Host Pro owner starts HudsonHost
HudsonHost is a new independent hosting company founded by one of the three owners of Web Host Pro. It is positioned as a personal, experience-based project that keeps Web Host Pro operating separately while offering web hosting, domains, VPS hosting, and AI-powered website tools. The company emphasizes direct ownership, long-term customer relationships, and room to…