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Getting Started

This section will guide you through the initial setup and configuration of the ServerGuardian extension once it has been installed.

Accessing the Extension

  • Log into Plesk: Access your Plesk control panel using an administrator account.

  • Navigate to ServerGuardian: In the Plesk control panel, go to the Extensions menu. Click on ServerGuardian to open its dashboard.

Initial Configuration

When you first access ServerGuardian, you'll need to complete the initial configuration setup. Follow these steps:

  • Welcome Screen: Upon first launch, you will be greeted with a welcome screen. Click Get Started to begin the setup process.

  • Configure Update Settings: Choose how frequently you want ServerGuardian to check for updates to its list of bad bots, IPs, and referrers. The recommended setting is daily updates to ensure maximum protection.

  • Select Domains: Specify which domains on your server should have the security rules applied. You can choose to apply the rules to all domains or select specific ones.

  • Review and Save: Review your settings and click Save to apply the initial configuration.

Adding Commands to Nginx Configuration

ServerGuardian will automatically add the necessary security commands to your Nginx configuration. Here’s how to verify and manage these settings:

  • Automatic Application: ServerGuardian will automatically insert the required commands into the Nginx configuration files for the domains you selected during the initial configuration.

  • Manual Review: If you prefer to review the changes manually, you can access the Nginx configuration files via the Plesk control panel or directly on the server.

  • Apply Changes: After reviewing, ensure that you reload or restart the Nginx service to apply the new configuration. This can be done from the Plesk control panel or via the command line using sudo systemctl reload nginx or sudo systemctl restart nginx.

Final Checks

  • Verify Functionality: Test your websites to ensure they are functioning correctly after the new security rules have been applied.

  • Check Logs: Access the ServerGuardian dashboard to view logs and reports on the blocked bots, IPs, and referrers. This will help you confirm that the extension is working as expected.

  • Adjust Settings if Necessary: Based on the logs and the performance of your websites, you may need to adjust the configuration settings within ServerGuardian.

With these steps, your ServerGuardian extension should be up and running, providing enhanced security to your Plesk-hosted domains.