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Today is Sysadmin Appreciation Day. If you've never had to answer a 2 AM alert, restore a hacked website, or explain to a client why their email stopped working, you probably have a sysadmin to thank for that. They're the reason your server didn't go down last Tuesday. The reason that vulnerability got patched before anyone noticed. The reason the backup actually worked when you needed it. Most users never know their name. Most days, that's exactly how it's supposed to go. To every #sysadmin keeping things running quietly in the background: thank you. Tag a sysadmin who deserves some recognition today.👇🏻

Not every security threat is an active attacker. Sometimes it's just a website everyone forgot about. Zombie websites are sites that remain online without active ownership or maintenance, and they can quietly become one of the biggest risks on a server. Outdated software, unpatched vulnerabilities, unused accounts, and unclear ownership create opportunities for attackers while consuming valuable resources. They're also notoriously difficult to manage when something goes wrong: • Who owns it? • Is it still needed? • Who approves changes? • Is anyone monitoring it? Regular website audits aren't just good housekeeping. They're an important part of maintaining a secure hosting environment. How often does your team review inactive or forgotten websites?👇🏻

✔️ XOVI AI is now available for Plesk partners. AI tools like ChatGPT now influence buying decisions before users ever visit a website. XOVI AI gives your agency customers a way to measure and improve how AI tools understand their clients' businesses. Available now through the KA Program, with a reseller model that lets you set your own price. Book a 15-minute call with our partner team 👉🏻 Link in the first comment

Every support team has at least one story they'll never forget. Maybe it was a website issue that turned out to be a browser tab. Maybe a server "outage" that was really a disconnected power cable. Or, maybe it was a request so unusual that you had to read it twice. What's the most unusual support request you've ever received? Share your story with us in the comments.👇🏻

Happy AI Appreciation Day! AI is transforming how people build, manage, and grow their online presence. We're so excited to be part of that journey. Today, Plesk users can already take advantage of: ✔️ AI-powered Website Generation ✔️ AI Design Recommendations ✔️ AI Support Assistant to simplify common tasks and accelerate website creation And there’s more to come 👇🏻 From natural-language server management with AI Copilot to AI-powered marketing integrations, MCP support for secure AI-driven hosting actions, and the Nova AI App Builder, we're exploring new ways to help users work smarter and achieve more with less complexity. Curious about what's next? Check out our feature roadmap and see what's coming to #Plesk 👉🏻 Link in the first comment Which AI-powered capability are you most excited to see in Plesk?

Sauregurkenzeit is here. For many teams, that means a quieter period before activity picks up again. It's also the perfect opportunity to tackle maintenance tasks that often get pushed down the priority list: ✔️ Remove unused domains ✔️ Clean up old files and backups ✔️ Review inactive users ✔️ Remove unused applications ✔️ Catch up on updates and security checks A little housekeeping now can help prevent headaches later. Learn more about server maintenance best practices 👉🏻 Link in the first comment

The results are in. Our 2025 Annual Survey gathered insights from professionals across hosting, web development, agencies, and IT operations. It helped uncover some clear trends across security, infrastructure, and platform priorities. A few highlights that stood out: → Security-focused updates ranked highest among delivered features → Native Firewall Manager and brute-force protection topped the wishlist for future development. → Backup management remains one of the most requested improvements. And that's just a preview. The full report is coming soon. Watch this space!

Security, automation, and platform modernization take center stage in Plesk Obsidian 18.0.79. Highlights include: ✔️ Comprehensive security audit and hardening improvements ✔️ REST API enhancements, including: - Customer and reseller API access - New file management endpoints - Log search capabilities - User impersonation support for administrators ✔️ AI Support Assistant (Beta) for faster answers and configuration guidance ✔️ Microsoft SQL Server 2025 support ✔️ AlmaLinux 8 → AlmaLinux 9 migration support Alongside dozens of product fixes and updates to third-party components across #Linux and #Windows. Read the full release overview and see what's coming next 👉🏻 Link in the first comment.

It’s time to guess the trend. What do you think was rated as one of the most valuable features delivered in 2025? According to the Plesk 2025 Annual Survey, our users identified several standout features released this year. Before we reveal the rankings, we want to know what you think was considered most valuable. Cast your vote in our poll!  All four options ranked among our top-rated feature releases of 2025, but which one do you think came out on top?

Is your hosting environment healthy? It depends on more than uptime. A healthy hosting environment helps improve security, performance, and long-term stability. Many website issues don't start with traffic spikes or cyberattacks. Usually, they start with overlooked maintenance. A quick health check should include: ✔️ Supported PHP version ✔️ Active backups ✔️ Monitoring enabled ✔️ Security tools configured ✔️ Minimal inactive users ✔️ Regular updates If any of these items are missing, they could become a risk before you notice a problem. Regular reviews help reduce security risks, improve performance, and make recovery easier when problems occur. How many of these boxes can you confidently check? 👇🏻