How to Test OzSpeed Hosting Services

Step 1: Check Domain and DNS Configuration #

1. Go to ozspeed.com.au and log in to your hPanel Dashboard.
2. Navigate to the “Domains” section and verify that your domain is correctly pointed to OzSpeed’s nameservers.
3. Use a DNS checker tool (e.g., dnschecker.org) to confirm that your DNS settings have propagated globally.

Tip: #

• It may take up to 48 hours for DNS changes to fully propagate.

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Step 2: Test Website Loading Speed #

1. Open your website in a web browser to check if it loads properly.
2. Use online tools like Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix to test your website’s loading speed and performance.
3. Check for any suggestions to improve your website speed, such as enabling caching or using a Content Delivery Network (CDN).

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Step 3: Verify SSL Certificate Installation #

1. Go to the Security section in hPanel and ensure that your SSL certificate is enabled.
2. Visit your website using https:// to check if the SSL is working correctly.
3. Use an SSL checker tool (e.g., SSL Labs) to test the configuration and strength of your SSL certificate.

Tip: #

• A green padlock icon next to your website URL in the browser indicates that SSL is correctly installed.

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Step 4: Test Email Functionality #

1. Go to the Email section in hPanel and create a test email account (e.g., test@yourdomain.com).
2. Log in to Webmail and send a test email to your personal email address.
3. Verify that you can send and receive emails without issues.

Troubleshooting: #

• If you encounter issues, check your DNS records (MX settings) to ensure they are configured properly.

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Step 5: Test Website Features #

1. Navigate through all pages of your website to ensure there are no broken links or missing content.
2. If you have forms on your website (e.g., contact forms), submit a test entry to verify that the form submissions are being received correctly.

Tip: #

• Use an online broken link checker tool (e.g., BrokenLinkCheck) to identify any broken links on your website.

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Step 6: Check Server Uptime and Response Time #

1. Use monitoring tools like UptimeRobot or Pingdom to track your server uptime and response time.
2. Set up alerts to notify you if your website goes down, so you can address issues quickly.

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Step 7: Verify Backup Functionality #

1. Go to the File Manager in hPanel and check your backup settings.
2. Perform a manual backup of your website to ensure the backup process is working.
3. Download the backup file and test restoring it to verify the data integrity.

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Step 8: Conduct Security Testing #

1. Use security tools like Sucuri SiteCheck or Qualys FreeScan to scan your website for vulnerabilities.
2. Enable firewall protection and DDoS protection in the Security section of hPanel.
3. Review the security scan results and address any issues found.

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Step 9: Review Website Analytics #

1. Go to the Statistics section in hPanel to review your website’s traffic data.
2. Analyze visitor metrics, bandwidth usage, and storage capacity.
3. Check for any unusual traffic spikes that may indicate potential issues.

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Step 10: Contact Support for a Health Check #

1. If you want a comprehensive review of your hosting setup, reach out to OzSpeed Support via the Support Center.
2. Request a Health Check to have a support agent review your account and provide recommendations.

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Additional Tips #

• Test Regularly: Perform these tests periodically to ensure ongoing stability and performance.
• Optimize Based on Feedback: Use the feedback from testing tools to make necessary improvements.