Developer access: SSH, SFTP, phpMyAdmin, remote MySQL and cron
Your developer or agency gets the tools they expect, without raising a ticket.
How it works
SSH and SFTP
Secure shell and file access. All WP Alpha servers use port 2222.
Database tools
phpMyAdmin from the console, and remote MySQL access on request.
Server cron
Real cron jobs in place of WP-Cron.
Knowledge base
A how-to article exists for each of these.
Which plans include it
| Plan | Developer access |
|---|---|
| Basic Managed Hosting | Included |
| Fully Managed Hosting | Included |
| Bulk Hosting | Included |
Developer access FAQ
Is WP-CLI available?
Yes, over SSH on every plan.
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