Simple MODX Installation through Easy-to-Use Platform
Complete your MODX installation in just a few steps:
Unbeatably Fast Managed MODX Hosting
Launch and manage your websites in a matter of minutes with Cloudways’ MODX hosting, and experience lightning fast speeds for your sites and apps.
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Choose PHP Application From the drop-down menu, select the PHP app, and enter app and server name. -
Select Server Requirements Then Launch Pick your choice of server provider, size and location, and launch the server. -
Install MODX CMS Open the pre-configured Composer and begin MODX installation on your server.
MODX Hosting Designed for Smooth App Management
Our managed MODX hosting facilitates easy application management so you can focus on the business.
SSD-Based Hosting
Our SSD based hosting accelerates your performance and page load speed like none other, adding measurable value to your business processes.
Built-in Caches
Our managed MODX hosting is pre-configured with top caching tools like Varnish, Memcached and Redis for speedy response times.
Optimized Stack
Our pre-built stack of optimized technologies includes Apache, NGINX, MariaDB, PHP-FPM and other well-recognized cache tools.
PHP 7.4 Ready Servers
We support PHP 7.4 and the latest versions of PHP 8.0, so you can test compatibility and switch versions accordingly.
Cloudflare
Get fast loading times and safeguard your websites from DDoS attacks & malicious traffic.
HTTP/2 Supported
Our HTTP/2 enabled servers ensure security for end-to-end communications between the clients and applications.
Dedicated Firewalls
Your websites are in safe hands on Cloudways servers, which are protected with dedicated firewalls and best-in-class security protocols.
Free SSL Installation
Amplify web security with our FREE Let’s Encrypt SSL certificates for your applications.
Auto-Healing Servers
Keep your applications protected against unexpected crashes with the auto-healing feature.
IP Whitelisting
Halt unauthorized access with our sophisticated IP Whitelisting feature that only lets a trusted pool of IP addresses access your applications.
Managed Backups
Automated backups or on-demand backup any time. You can set backup frequency from 1-hour to 7 days, depending on your project needs.
Two-Factor Authentication
By default, all Cloudways user accounts are secured with TFA to reduce the risk of unauthorized account access.
Top IaaS Providers
Launch your MODX applications within a few steps on one of five top cloud providers: AWS, GCE, Linode, Vultr, and DigitalOcean.
Global DataCenters
Choose between 50+ global data centers to deploy your application from.
Seamless Vertical Scaling
Scale and manage your server resources as you need through Cloudways’ vertical scaling feature.
Pay As You Go Model
You remain unlimited by any time bound service agreements. We have the utmost faith in the quality of services delivered by our Platform.
Quick App Launch
Launch your PHP applications, including Laravel, WordPress, Drupal and Joomla on a sophisticated managed cloud platform within a matter of minutes.
Multiple PHP Versions
The Cloudways Platform supports multiple PHP versions, including PHP 5.6, PHP7.x and the latest PHP 8. Just choose your desired PHP version and launch the server.
24/7/365 Tech Support
Contact our ever-ready customer support team whenever you want to have our experts resolve your platform related queries and issues.
Active Community
Our active community members are waiting to share their knowledge and skills to help your proficiency with the Cloudways Platform.
Knowledge Base
The Cloudways knowledge base is a set of resources that provide you with many of the solutions you need to deploy and manage applications before you need support.
Support Add-on
Cloudways offers Advanced and Premium add-ons for enhanced support and shorter resolution times.
Managed Migrations
Migrate your apps to the Cloudways Platform without fear of breaking anything – our technical support team is always present to resolve the process for you.
CloudwaysBot
CloudwaysBot is the smart assistant that notifies you of any issues and changes to your Cloudways managed server and deployed applications.
Git Integration
Easily deploy code from the Git repositories to the application launched on the Cloudways Platform.
SSH and SFTP Access
Manage your cloud servers and keep application data files updated securely using SSH and SFTP access.
Application & Server Cloning
Cloudways lets you clone an entire server or app to a new location so you can test different features without disrupting your live site.
One Account Multiple Teams
The managed MODX hosting helps you manage distributed teams with ease, with individual accounts getting custom server and application access.
Staging Area & URLs
Cloudways offers unlimited staging URLs so you can test out application functionalities before they go live.
Add Team Members
Authorize desired access roles to your team members based on the application needs.
Transparent and Adjustable Pricing Plans
Pick up a cloud hosting plan that you can always scale up/down to optimize operational costs.
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Offsite backups are charged separately. CloudWays holds the right to change pricing without prior notice.
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Offsite backups are charged separately. CloudWays holds the right to change pricing without prior notice.
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Offsite backups are charged separately. CloudWays holds the right to change pricing without prior notice.
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- 24/7 Customer Support
- CloudwaysBot Alerts
Notes:
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- With Amazon (AWS), Disk Sizes are configurable and Bandwidth is on pay as you go basis.
- Note: $0.033/GB per server will be applied for offsite backup storage.
Offsite backups are charged separately. CloudWays holds the right to change pricing without prior notice.
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Notes:
- Free trial is not available for Google Compute Engine. You need to upgrade your account to launch and access GCE servers.
- With Google (GCE), Disk Sizes are configurable and Bandwidth is on pay as you go basis.
- Note: $0.033/GB per server will be applied for offsite backup storage.
Offsite backups are charged separately. CloudWays holds the right to change pricing without prior notice.
All Plans Come With
- Cloudflare Add-on NEW
- 24/7/365 Support
- Free SSL
- Free Object Cache Pro (2GB & above)
- Free Migration
- Team Management
- Dedicated Firewalls
- 24/7 Real-time Monitoring
- Automated Backups
- Staging Environment
- Auto Healing
- Regular Security Patching
- HTTP/2 Enabled Servers
- SSH and SFTP Access
- Optimized With Advanced Caches
- Unlimited Application Installation
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