A Comprehensive Guide to Using Webinoly for WordPress Site

This detailed guide explores the management of WordPress servers using Webinoly. This blog post is subsantially updated in April 2025, tailored for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS with PHP 8.4 and an upgrade path from earlier versions. It encompasses all aspects, from system preparation to advanced configuration and robust security practices. Drawing from practical deployments, this post provides insights to establish a secure, high-performance WordPress site, even on resource-constrained environments.

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Introduction

This 2025 Webinoly guide presents a structured approach to managing WordPress servers on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, leveraging PHP 8.4 for optimal performance. Webinoly simplifies the complexities of server administration, enabling efficient and secure WordPress deployments. This post consolidates lessons learned from hands-on implementations to ensure a reliable setup process.

Note: all images in this post are from 2020

Overview of Webinoly

Webinoly is an efficient tool for automating WordPress site management on a LEMP stack (Linux, Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP). In 2025, it offers seamless integration with Let’s Encrypt for SSL, HTTP/3 support, and enhanced command-line utilities. Its lightweight design and focus on performance make it a preferred choice for administrators seeking simplicity and speed.

Pre-Installation Requirements

Ensure your system is prepared with the following specifications:

• Operating System: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
• Hardware: Minimum 2 CPU cores, 2GB RAM, 40GB SSD storage
• Software: Webinoly, PHP 8.4, MySQL/MariaDB
• Network: Configured DNS, updated firewall rules

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Step-by-Step Installation Guide

System Preparation

Begin by updating your Ubuntu 22.04 LTS system to ensure all packages are current. Execute the following commands:

$ sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade -y sudo apt install -y software-properties-common

PHP 8.4 Installation and Upgrade Path

Ubuntu 22.04 LTS may include an older PHP version by default. Add the PHP 8.4 repository and install it as follows:

$ sudo add-apt-repository ppa:ondrej/php -y sudo apt update sudo apt install -y php8.4 php8.4-fpm php8.4-mysql php8.4-curl php8.4-gd php8.4-mbstring php8.4-xml php8.4-zip

For systems upgrading from PHP 8.3 or earlier, ensure compatibility by updating dependencies:

$ sudo apt remove php8.3* -y sudo apt autoremove -y sudo apt install -y php8.4 php8.4-fpm php8.4-mysql php8.4-curl php8.4-gd php8.4-mbstring php8.4-xml php8.4-zip sudo systemctl restart php8.4-fpm

SSH Configuration

Secure your SSH connection to manage the server effectively:

$ sudo nano /etc/ssh/sshd_config # Update Port, PermitRootLogin, and PasswordAuthentication as needed sudo systemctl restart sshd

Installing Webinoly

Install Webinoly using the official script:

 $wget -qO weby qrok.es/wy && sudo bash weby

Creating a WordPress Site

Set up a WordPress site with Webinoly’s streamlined commands, enabling caching and SSL:

$sudo site example.com -wp -ssl=on sudo site example.com -cache=on

Configuration Optimization

Adjust PHP and Nginx settings for performance:

$ sudo nano /etc/php/8.4/fpm/php.ini # Adjust memory_limit = 256M, max_execution_time = 60 sudo nano /etc/nginx/sites-available/example.com # Add: fastcgi_cache_valid 200 301 302 24h; sudo systemctl restart php8.4-fpm nginx

Advanced Configuration

Enhance performance by configuring FastCGI cache and HTTP/3:

 $ sudo nano /etc/nginx/conf.d/fastcgi.conf # Add: fastcgi_cache WORDPRESS; sudo nano /etc/nginx/sites-available/example.com # Add: listen 443 ssl http3; sudo systemctl reload nginx

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Use Webinoly’s verification tool and schedule regular backups:

$ sudo webinoly -verify sudo webinoly -backup-local

Security Best Practices

Implement SSL, configure firewalls, and monitor logs:

$ sudo ufw allow 80,443/tcp sudo webinoly -ssl-issue=example.com sudo nano /etc/nginx/common_locations.conf # Add: location ~* \.(php)$ { deny all; } sudo systemctl reload nginx

Resources and Community

Access Webinoly’s official resources and engage with the community:

• Official Webinoly Documentation
• Webinoly GitHub
• Webinoly Twitter
• Webinoly Community Forum

Comparison with Alternatives

Webinoly excels in simplicity compared to WordOps and EasyEngine, offering faster setup and lower resource usage. Evaluate based on your project’s scalability and maintenance needs.

Future Outlook

Webinoly’s roadmap includes deeper HTTP/3 integration and enhanced CLI tools, promising continued improvements for WordPress server management.

Conclusion

Webinoly in 2025 provides a robust framework for managing WordPress servers on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS with PHP 8.4. This guide equips you to deploy secure, high-performance sites efficiently, navigating the intricacies of server administration with confidence.