Before launching a new site, if you plan to use one of our free add-ons, you will want to choose the add-ons before launching your site. They will then be available in the add-on section during your site setup. To check your add-on options, in the main menu, go to Manage and then Add-ons.
To launch a new site, login to your account and navigate to the Sites section from the main menu and click Add a new site.
First, enter the title for your new site. Then click the Continue button.
If you want to add your own custom domain - you will be able to do that later.
Next, if you have a multi-site plan you will be asked to allocate the resources for the site you are launching. You can choose as much of the available resources as are available. Note that if you use all resources here, you won't be able to launch another site. Any remaining resources will be available for future sites. If you need more resources, you can always add more with our add-ons later.
Clicking on Advanced options will open further WordPress and server side related settings. They are not required to launch a site, but here is an overview of the options provided.
Please note that SMTP is enabled by default to send email through your Indystack server. If you prefer to use your own SMTP server, ensure the option is turned off when launching your site, in the Advanced Options. You can change this option from your admin panel after the site is created also.
⚠️ When setting your admin username and password, please prioritize security. Avoid using simple, easily guessable usernames or passwords. A strong password will protect your site and our services from unauthorized access.
When you're ready, Click Continue at the bottom of the page.
Next you can choose Add-ons for your site.
If you click the Indystack marketplace link above the continue button, you will get to choose more add-ons, but it will also reset your site launch settings and you'll have to start over again.
After clicking Continue you will see a launch screen briefly then be redirected back to the Sites page. You'll be able to monitor the progress of the new site launch from this page.
Your site is now being deployed. Once deployment is finished, the Deploying... button will switch to WordPress dashboard and you can now launch your site and begin configuring it.
