How Do I Create a Staging Site?

Created by Sachin B, Modified on Fri, 12 Dec at 4:10 PM by Sachin B

Step 1 of 10

Access Site Management Options

Click on the Site in the upper area to open the site management dashboard.

Note: This takes you to the specific dashboard for managing your selected website.

Step 2 of 10

Start Staging Site Creation

Click the Create Staging Site button to begin the staging configuration process.

Note: The staging site provides a safe environment to test changes without affecting your live website.

Step 3 of 10

Modify Backup Version

Click on the Change button next to the BACKUP VERSION section on the right side of the page to select a different backup for staging according to your requirements.

Note: By default, the latest backup is selected. You may choose an older version if needed.

Step 4 of 10

Select Desired Backup Version

In the Select Back Up Version dialog box, select the backup date and time you wish to use.

Note: Review the backup list to ensure you select the correct version.

Step 5 of 10

PHP Selection

Select the PHP version from the Drop-down you want to use for your staging site.

Step 6 of 10

Proceed to Staging Site Summary Page

Click the Continue button on the right side of the page to proceed to the staging site creation summary.

Step 7 of 10

Finalize Staging Site Creation

Review the summary and click Create Staging in the bottom-right area of the page to start the process.

Note: Creating the staging site may take some time depending on your site's size. You will receive an email notification upon completion.

Step 8 of 10

View Task Status

You will see the Success notification (bottom-right area) that confirms 'Staging site creation initiated successfully!'.

Note: Kindly monitor the staging site creation progress.

Step 9 of 10

Retrieve Staging Site Credentials

Once the Staging site is created (100%.. SUCCESS), you will see the Staging Site Credentials section in the center of the page to view the URL and login details for your new site.

Note: You will need these credentials to access your newly created staging site.

Step 10 of 10

To Access SFTP Details

Navigate to the Staging site section to find and view the SFTP Details of your Staging site. On this page, you will see other options to manage your staging site. For example, Download, Extend, PHPMyAdmin, Staging Deletion, etc.

Note: SFTP details are used for securely transferring files to and from your staging environment.