Platform Information.
SFTP Usage and Access
Learn how to use SFTP to access your WordPress site’s plugins, themes, content, and other files on the WP Engine platform.
Improve Page Cacheability to Optimize Speed
Learn how page cache works to improve site speed, what a cacheability score is, and how to improve cacheability on a WP Engine website.
Detect a WP Engine Website with PHP
This article describes the is_wpe() function, which developers can use to perform actions based on location (live, 1-click staging, or non-WP Engine sites).
502 Bad Gateway Error
Learn what a “502 Bad Gateway” error is, what causes it, and how to resolve and prevent further 502 errors.
WP Engine’s Security Environment
Learn about the the security measures WP Engine has in place at the platform level which protect our customers from malicious attacks and find answers to frequently asked questions.
Host a Site on a Subdirectory, like “/blog”
We advise not to install a WordPress installation into a sub-directory like domain.com/blog. This article explains why and recommendations for alternatives.
Error Logs and Common Errors
Learn how to access and troubleshoot WordPress website errors using the WP Engine error logs. Individual PHP error entries explained.
Reset Git Push to Deploy a New Repository
Read our step by step instructions on how to reset your GIT Push workflow in order to deploy a new repository to your site.
Server and Browser Cache
Caching can make your site fast but seeing your changes quickly can be difficult. Learn about WP Engine server caching and how to purge cache.
Cookies and PHP Sessions
Learn what cookies and PHP sessions are and how to properly use them. We also explain why you don’t want to use them and provide alternatives.
