Security basics for easyconfig

Security Basics for easyconfig

Security is important when running any server control panel. easyconfig helps organize services, but you are still responsible for keeping your server, users, and applications secure.

Change default credentials

After installation, immediately change any default credentials. Use a strong password with a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

Protect SSH access

• Use SSH keys when possible.
• Avoid common mistakes weak root passwords.
• Restrict SSH access if you understand firewall rules.
• Keep your server updated.

Use secure environment variables

Never use simple passwords such as admin, password, or 123456. Database passwords, API keys, and application secrets should be unique and difficult to guess.

Keep Docker services private when possible

Only expose services publicly when they need to be accessed from the internet. Internal databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis should usually not be exposed publicly.

Review users and permissions

If your easyconfig installation has multiple users, regularly review who has access. Remove old users and avoid giving admin access unless required.

Commands

The panel handles most actions visually, but these commands help beginners understand what a server operator usually checks while working with Docker-based deployments.

docker --version
docker compose version
docker ps
docker logs --tail=100 container_name
df -h
free -m

Summary

Screenshots

Upload screenshots to the paths below when you want the documentation to show real easyconfig interface examples.

Next

• Apply the guide in a test project first.
• Check logs after every deployment or configuration change.
• Document custom values for future handoff.
• Review related documentation when domains, SSL, databases, or billing are involved.