Ever wondered what that "Click to reset account" button in your web hosting dashboard actually does? Let me explain it in simple terms.
The Quick Answer
When you reset your web hosting account, it completely deletes your account and creates a fresh one on the same server. Think of it like formatting your computer - everything goes away and you start from scratch.
Why Would You Want to Reset?
Sometimes things go wrong. Maybe you:
- Deleted important directories by accident
- Changed settings you shouldn't have touched
- Want a completely fresh start
The good news? Resetting gives you a clean slate without changing servers.
What About Disabling and Re-enabling?
You could disable web hosting and then re-enable it in your plan. But here's the catch:
- You might end up on a different server
- Your domain's DNS settings will need updating
- If you're using Site.eu's default DNS settings, this happens automatically
- Otherwise, you'll need to update DNS manually
- DNS propagation can take several hours
Which Option Should You Choose?
Reset your account if you want to start fresh but stay on the same server. This is usually the simpler option.
Disable and re-enable only if you specifically need to change servers or if resetting doesn't solve your problem.
Remember: Both options will delete all your current files and settings. Make sure to backup anything important first!
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