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How do DevSites work?

An explanation of the DevSite Feature of Wordify

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Written by Nick
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What are DevSites?

DevSites are WordPress environments specifically designed for development purposes. They allow you to build, test, and share WordPress sites with clients before moving them to production. DevSites are an essential tool for designers, developers, and agencies who need a safe space to work on WordPress projects.

DevSite Pricing

DevSites are available through the following options:

For Customers with Paid Hosting Plans

  • Unity & Unity Pro plans: 1 free DevSite included with each plan

  • Infinity plans: 5 free DevSites included

  • Affiliate partners: 5 free DevSites included

For DevSite-Only Users

  • $2 per site per month

  • Includes 1GB storage and 5GB network transfer per site

  • Additional storage: 50¢ per GB per month

  • Additional network transfer: 15¢ per GB per month

How to Access Your DevSite

DevSites are password protected to ensure your site stays safe during the development process.

To access your DevSites, follow these steps:

Step 1: Choose the Site to Access

From the Sites page, click the configure icon to the right of the site you wish to access

Step 2: Copy the Password

From the Site Overview section, copy the password from the DevSite Password box

Step 3: Open the site and paste the details

Click on the Site URL link to open the site and enter "wordify" as the username and paste the password

How to Remove the Password Protection

There are two ways to remove password protection from your DevSite:

Option 1: Transfer to Client

If you're ready to hand the site over to a client:

  1. Navigate to the Manage Site page

  2. Click on the "Transfer to Client" option

  3. Fill in the required information in the form

  4. Complete the transfer process

Option 2: Remove Password Protection (Coming Soon)

For paying customers, we now offer the ability to remove the htpasswd protection while keeping the site as a DevSite. This feature will soon be available in the dashboard, but in the mean time please contact support.

Managing Your DevSites

Viewing Your DevSite Usage

  1. Log in to your Wordify dashboard

  2. Click the "Plan Details" button in the top right of DevSite site list

  3. Here you can view:

    • Your total number of DevSites

    • Which DevSites are included in your free allocation

    • Which DevSites will be billed at $2/month

    • Current storage and network transfer usage

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I upgrade my DevSite to a production site?

Yes! You can upgrade any DevSite to a production site by selecting a hosting plan from your dashboard. All your content and settings will be preserved during the upgrade.

How many DevSites can I have?

You can have as many DevSites as you need. If you exceed your free allocation, you'll be charged $2 per additional site per month.

Need Help?

If you have any questions about DevSites or need assistance, please contact our support team at [email protected].

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