Bluehost Account Manager Websites Advanced Tab

Bluehost has enhanced its Account Manager by revamping the Websites Advanced tab, creating a more streamlined and intuitive user experience for managing your website, whether you're a novice or an experienced webmaster. This update simplifies workflows while providing powerful tools for controlling hosting environments, PHP configurations, automation, and overall site management. It is an ideal resource for users seeking greater technical control over their websites.

How to Navigate the Advanced Tab

1. Log in to the Bluehost Account Manager.
2. From the left-hand navigation menu, click on Websites.

   
    

   • If you have only one website, you’ll go directly to its Overview page.
   • If you have multiple websites, all websites will be listed. Click Settings to access the Overview menu of the desired site.

     
      

3. Click on the Advanced tab in the top navigation menu.

   
    

   The ADVANCED tab provides an easy way to manage your hosting plan using the built-in features: 
    
   • Hosting Plan
     Click Manage to access the Hosting tab to view and manage your hosting plan details. You will also see the:
     • Plan Type: Shows your current hosting subscription.
     • Websites Used: Number of websites hosted under your plan.
     • Storage Used: Displays current disk space usage.
        
   • PHP Version
     • Current Version: Shows the PHP version in use.
     • Change Version: Click CHANGE VERSION to switch to a different PHP version.
     • More Info: Click VIEW PHP VERSION INFO for technical details (PHP Info).
        
   • Name Servers & IP Address
     • Name Servers: Use these for DNS configuration.
     • IP Address: Required for domain pointing and server identification.
        
   • Coming Soon
     A coming soon page lets visitors know your site is being updated and will be ready soon. Toggle On/Off: Enable a temporary “Coming Soon” page while your site is under construction.
      
   • Automatic Updates
     Automatic updates keep WordPress and themes current without impacting your content. WordPress Core & Themes: Enable automatic updates to keep your site secure and up to date.
      
   • Cron Jobs
     • Manage Button: View and manage scheduled server tasks.
     • Use: Automate recurring tasks like backups or updates.
        
   • Site Management
     • Delete Content Only: Remove all posts, pages, media, users, and comments without deleting the site.
     • Delete Site Permanently: Disabled if the site is your primary domain.
     • Remove WordPress Entirely: Uninstall WordPress from the site.

Summary

Managing your hosting plan is essential for maintaining a secure, efficient, and user-friendly website. From changing PHP versions and configuring DNS to automating tasks with cron jobs and enabling WordPress updates, your hosting control panel provides all the tools you need for effective hosting plan management.