DNS
Flush DNS Server Cache on Windows

Flush DNS Server Cache on Windows

When you type a website into your address bar like "Fisthost.com" your computer doesn't actually know where to go on its own. Instead, it looks that address up on a Domain Name System (DNS) server,

SSL Certificates
Can I install a third-party SSL certificate?

Can I install a third-party SSL certificate?

Yes If you have an existing external or third-party SSL certificate you can install this at Fist Host. Your certificate provider will need to provide the following sections for us to be able to install the SSL

Backup/Restore
Does ‘Backup/Restore’ backup all Files and Databases?

Does ‘Backup/Restore’ backup all Files and Databases?

Yes. You can backup multiple sites (files + databases) from the Backup/Restore icon under the Web Files Section From Fist Host Cpanel. Here you can select Backup Type: FilesDatabases to create a backup of all at

Business Emails
How do I set up email on my iPhone?

How do I set up email on my iPhone?

To set up your Fist Host Mail Box on an Apple iPhone or iPad, you need to: Head to the Settings icon and locate the Accounts & Passwords option.Then select 'Add Account'.Select Other from this list.Select Add Mail Account. Input the information requested: Name: AnythingEmail: [email protected]:

Business Emails
How do I setup Email in Outlook?

How do I setup Email in Outlook?

We make use of 'auto-discover' technology so that in the majority of cases, Microsoft Outlook can set up your account for you with only an email address and a password. Automatic Setup In Outlook, choose

Business Emails
How do I set up email on my Android device?

How do I set up email on my Android device?

Here's how to set up a FistHost email on an Android phone or tablet: Open the mail application on your Android device. Select Add New Account and enter the mailbox name and its password. Select Manual Setup and select an IMAP Account.The User name will need to be the

SSL Certificates
How do I activate my free SSL?

How do I activate my free SSL?

Every Fist Host hosting package comes with a free wildcard SSL certificate, enabling you to use the more secure 'HTTPS' protocol to keep your site users secure. To activate the SSL, you’ll need to make sure you’ve pointed the

SSH Access
How does you connect via SSH?

How does you connect via SSH?

It's only recommended that you connect to your package via SSH if you're familiar with the command-line interface. Download PuTTY Software for Windows and install it.Once you have installed PuTTY, search for and open PuTTY

PHP Configurations
Can I change my website’s PHP configuration?

Can I change my website’s PHP configuration?

Yes, you can. This is available via the Manage Hosting > Select Package > PHP Configuration section of our control panel. Alternatively, you can create a custom file in your webspace with your desired PHP configuration. Please note

Database Issues
How do I create a MySQL database in Control Panel?

How do I create a MySQL database in Control Panel?

You can create MySQL databases in seconds directly from your Fist Host control panel.  This option is unavailable for packages hosted on our WordPress platform due to its WP-optimized nature. If you need to create a MySQL database, you'll need