Complete guide: first deployment
Typical path from a fresh VPS to a published and monitored service.
Guide objective
Move from an empty VPS to a reachable web service.
Cover minimum production checks for a stable initial rollout.
Step 1: validate VPS baseline
Steps
- My VPS -> open the target VPS.
- Overview: confirm target instance.
- Monitoring: check for immediate resource saturation.
- VPS Management: run a controlled reboot test if needed.
Step 2: networking and access
Steps
- IP Address service: attach required IPv4/IPv6.
- SSH Proxy IPv4: set a suitable external SSH port.
- Firewall: only allow required ports.
Step 3: publication
Steps
- WebGate service: add your domain.
- Confirm DNS resolves to the expected target.
- Validate rule state and backend availability.
Tips
- If traffic fluctuates, move to load balancing next.
Examples
- Example: app.example.tld -> WebGate domain linked to VPS-00001.
- Example: admin.example.tld -> separate rule for admin panel.
Step 4: continuity
Steps
- Create a snapshot before major changes.
- Enable automatic backup retention matching risk level.
- Enable Uptime Alert notifications.