Security is built into every 7M HOST plan at no extra cost.
What is included
- Server firewall: only the ports needed for web, email and secure file transfer are open.
- Brute-force login protection: repeated failed logins to the control panel, email or FTP automatically block the offending IP address for a period of time.
- Free SSL certificates: every website can use a free Let’s Encrypt certificate that renews automatically. See How to Enable Free SSL.
- Two-factor login: protect your control panel account with a one-time code from an authenticator app.
- Account isolation: each account runs under its own user with its own PHP pool.
- Daily backups: your files, databases and email are backed up every day. See Backups and Restores.
Turn on two-factor login
- Log in to your control panel at https://server.7mhost.com:8083.
- Click your username in the top-right corner to edit your account.
- Tick Enable two-factor authentication and scan the QR code with an app such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator or Authy.
- Save your recovery code somewhere safe.
Your part
Use strong, unique passwords, keep your CMS, themes and plugins updated, and remove anything you no longer use.
