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InstaWP’s v2.42.0 update brings exciting new features, improvements, and fixes to further enhance user experience. The spotlight of this release is the introduction of InstaWP Live Addons, enabling users to fine-tune resource allocation for each site.
The update also introduces platform-wide support for WordPress Multisite, making it easier to manage, migrate, and stage multisite networks effortlessly.
Additionally, users can now map multiple domains more intuitively, customize CPU and disk count, and auto-login to specific WaaS pages.
Want more information on every update from our Changelog 2.42? Let’s move ahead with further ado.
Product Updates (2.42.0) Bulletin
We have recently added various features and UI updates to InstaWP. Now, you have the ability to do the following:
- Set Custom CPU and Disk Count per Hosted Site: This allows users to allocate resources more flexibly based on their hosted site’s needs, optimizing performance.
- Auto-login for Specific Pages in WaaS Sites: Enhancing ease of access, it allows auto-login to predefined pages in Website-as-a-Service (WaaS) setups.
- Multisite Support for Migration: You can now migrate to and from InstaWP Staging with full multisite support, which is a huge boost for those managing multisite networks.
- Country Name Field for Tax Purposes: A new field under Billing > Tax Type ensures accurate country-based tax information.
- Hide InstaWP Menu for Selected Users: Administrators can now hide the InstaWP menu for specific users, which helps in controlling access.
- Primary Domain Selection for Domain Mapping: Users can now set the primary domain when mapping multiple domains, improving the workflow for managing domain configurations.
- Enhanced Logging and Error Handling: Migration and staging processes now have improved logging and error handling, making troubleshooting smoother.
- Live Credits Removal from Addons Page: This update helps avoid confusion by removing the visibility of Live Credits from the Addons page.
- Multisite Menu for InstaWP Connect Plugin: The InstaWP Connect plugin now supports a multisite-specific menu for easier navigation when managing multiple installations.
Major Product Updates (2.42.0)
#1 – Set custom CPU and Disk count per hosted site
Imagine having the power to customize your hosting resources just the way you want!
With the new custom CPU and disk count feature, InstaWP allows you to allocate resources tailored to each site’s specific needs.
Go to the Addon section for your InstaWP Live hosted site’s subscription to find this option. We would love to hear your feedback.
Whether you’re running a resource-heavy e-commerce site that needs four CPUs or a simple blog that runs just fine with two, you can now adjust your resources without the headache of upgrading your entire plan. This flexibility means you can save money while ensuring that each site performs at its best, ultimately leading to a smoother experience for your visitors.
#2 – Method to auto-login to specific pages in WaaS sites
We all know how tedious logging in repeatedly can be, especially when managing multiple WaaS sites. That’s why the new auto-login feature is a game-changer!
(Ok, you’re right; the option was in templates, but now it supports WaaS.)
The above implies — You can now skip those multiple login steps and head straight to the pages you need to manage. This improvement not only saves you time but also makes your daily tasks feel a little less daunting.
#3 – Multisite support added for migration (to and from InstaWP Staging)
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed managing a network of WordPress sites, you’re not alone. And that’s why InstaWP’s enhanced multisite support for migration, added in v2.42.0, is such a breath of fresh air!
You can now seamlessly transfer your multisite WordPress installations to and from InstaWP staging environments, which takes the stress out of managing updates and changes.
Try migrating your multisite staging to InstaWP, and it’ll be a breeze!
#4 – Country name field (Billing > Tax Type)
This tiny update is all about making your life easier and keeping your clients happy!
Managing taxes can be a headache, especially when dealing with international clients. Thankfully, InstaWP has made it a little easier with the addition of a “Country Name” field under Billing > Tax Type.
This feature ensures that tax calculations are more accurate based on where your clients are located. By simplifying the invoicing process, it gives you one less thing to worry about, allowing you to focus on building relationships with your clients rather than wrestling with tax complexities.
#5 – Option to hide InstaWP menu for selected users
This update provides administrators with more control over the InstaWP Connect plugin.
It allows admins to hide the plugin menu from specific users, offering a more customized and secure experience.
The ability to choose a primary domain with ease is especially beneficial for agencies or teams managing multiple users, as it ensures that only relevant settings and tools are visible to certain users, improving workflow and security.
#6 – Option to set the primary domain when mapping a new domain
InstaWP has added a more convenient way to manage domain mapping. Just a click on the Set Primary icon will do the trick!
When you map a new domain to your hosted site or staging environment, you now have the option to set one of those domains as the primary domain in the user interface. This streamlines the process, making domain management more intuitive.
#7 – Improved logging and error handling for migration and staging
Logging and error handling have been enhanced to make the migration and staging processes smoother. With this, users have better visibility into any issues that arise during migration and can troubleshoot them more effectively.
#8 – Removal of Live Credits from the Addons pages to avoid confusion
InstaWP has removed the Live Credits section from the Addons page. This change was made to reduce confusion around Live Credits and make it easier for users to navigate and understand the Addons page without unnecessary clutter.
#9 – Multisite menu for InstaWP Connect plugin
The Multisite Menu for the InstaWP Connect plugin offers an easy way for site admins to manage all aspects of multisite networks directly from the WordPress admin interface. Check your admin dashboard’s topbar and save yourself from the hassles of having to go through the WordPress Network Admin section ?
Major Fixes from InstaWP v2.42.0
- Reset issue for email marketing integration for shared templates
- Drag & drop plugins/themes download functionality on Staging sites
- Issues related to push migration
- Migration error handling
