How to use Node.js on your hosting
This guide explains how to set up and run Node.js applications on your HOSTDOG hosting. You will learn how to create a Node.js application through the control panel, configure the entry point, install dependencies, and manage your application.
How to use Git on your hosting account
This guide explains how to use Git on your HOSTDOG hosting via SSH. You will learn how to initialize a repository on the server, push code from your local machine, and set up a basic deployment workflow to keep your website in sync with your Git repository.
How to upgrade your hosting plan
This guide walks you through upgrading your hosting plan from the HOSTDOG client area. The entire process takes a few minutes, your website stays online throughout, and all your files, databases, and email accounts carry over automatically.
How to connect via SSH
This guide covers how to connect to your HOSTDOG hosting via SSH, including enabling SSH access on your account, connecting from macOS, Linux, and Windows terminals, and running your first commands. SSH access also enables tools like Git, WP-CLI, and Drush on your hosting.
How to set up redirects (301 and 302)
This article covers the difference between 301 (permanent) and 302 (temporary) redirects, when to use each, and two ways to set them up on your HOSTDOG hosting account: through the Redirects tool in your control panel, or manually via .htaccess rules.
How to set up cron jobs
This guide shows you how to set up cron jobs on your HOSTDOG hosting account. You will learn how to create scheduled tasks through your control panel, write cron expressions for common intervals, and troubleshoot jobs that do not run as expected.
How to import and export a database via phpMyAdmin
This guide shows you how to export a database (create a downloadable SQL backup) and import a database (restore or load data from an SQL file) using phpMyAdmin in your HOSTDOG control panel. Both operations take just a few clicks.
Understanding your hosting directory structure
This reference explains the directory structure of your HOSTDOG hosting account, what each folder contains, and where to place your website files, addons, and configuration files. Understanding this layout helps you navigate confidently via File Manager, FTP, or SSH.
How to upload files via FTP/SFTP
This guide covers the FTP upload workflow using FileZilla — the most widely used free FTP client. You'll find your credentials, connect to your hosting account, and upload files via SFTP (the encrypted, recommended method).
How to find your database connection details
This guide shows you exactly where to find your database connection details in your HOSTDOG hosting control panel. You will locate the hostname, database name, username, and learn what to do if you have forgotten the password.
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