default – no additional settings, works well for most sites
basedir – to fight against phpshells using openbasedir directive
hosting – separate php limits for each domain (php_admin_value memory/safemode/etc)
phpcgi – template to run php as cgi. can be useful to run php4 or php5.2
phpfcgid – to php as fcgi (automatically installed on a server with > 1Gb of RAM)
wsgi – template to run python projects (can be installed manually)
Apache template actually consists of three files. File with tpl extension is used to build usual virtual host. File with stpl extension is used to build SSL vhost. File with sh extension is optional. It can be used as trigger to run additional shell commands on domain creation. For details see phpfcgid.sh template
Nginx
default – serves static content, works well for most sites
hosting – disable_symlinks directive to protect from symlink atacks
?aching – dynamic pages are cached for 15 min to handle spontaneous traffic aka reddit-effect
force-https – force users to https/SSL (can be installed manually)
DNS
default – general dns records
gmail – predefined records to host mail on google app
child-ns – template for vanity name servers
Templates can be found in the /usr/local/vesta/data/templates/ directory. Feel free to modify or copy them to create new custom templates. After modifying existing template you need to rebuild user configuration. This can be done using v-rebuild-user command or bulk operation in the web interface (drop down list on a “User” page).
Customer reviews have become one of the most influential factors in modern buying decisions. Before choosing a product, service, or…
In today’s digital landscape, consumers trust people more than brands. Traditional ads are often ignored, celebrity endorsements feel scripted, and…
Introduction: SEO in 2026 Is No Longer Optional—It’s Strategic Search Engine Optimization in 2026 has evolved far beyond keywords and…
With 2026 just days away, it’s time to reimagine your website’s future. Hostripples encourages businesses, creators, and entrepreneurs to begin…
Cron Jobs – The Unsung Heroes Think of cron jobs as the unsung heroes of your server — capes optional,…