@russell5607 I have no idea what CloudFlare is, let alone how to add it. I also don't know what SB+ is. I will try the link though, and see what happens.
If you Google "What is Cloudflare" you'll obtain this information.
Cloudflare is a global cloud platform offering services to increase the security, performance, and reliability of websites and online applications. It acts as a Content Delivery Network (CDN) by caching content on servers worldwide, speeding up load times for visitors. Cloudflare also provides DDoS mitigation, a free SSL certificate for secure data transfer, and a robust network security platform to protect against threats.
Key Cloudflare Services:
Content Delivery Network (CDN):
Cloudflare's global network of data centers stores copies of your website's content. When a user requests your site, the content is delivered from the closest data center, significantly improving loading speeds.
DDoS Mitigation:
It offers the world's leading Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) protection, preventing malicious attacks designed to overwhelm and take your website offline.
Free SSL Certificate:
Cloudflare provides a free SSL certificate to encrypt the connection between your website visitors and your site, ensuring secure data transfer.
Network Security:
It provides advanced security features, including a web application firewall, to block malicious bots, protect against various online threats, and implement custom security rules.
Domain Name System (DNS):
Cloudflare provides its own high-speed DNS resolver, 1.1.1.1 and can also manage your domain's DNS records to direct traffic to your website.
How it Works:
Proxy:
Instead of connecting directly to your web server, your website's traffic flows through Cloudflare's network first.
Caching:
Important website files are cached on Cloudflare's global network.
Intelligent Routing:
Cloudflare routes user traffic to the nearest data center containing the cached content, resulting in faster load times.
Traffic Filtering:
Before traffic reaches your server, Cloudflare's security features analyze and filter out malicious traffic and bots.
Why Websites Use Cloudflare:
Improved Performance:
Faster loading times lead to better user experiences and potentially higher search engine rankings.
Enhanced Security:
Protection against a wide range of online threats, including DDoS attacks and malicious bots.
Reduced Risk:
A comprehensive network security platform provides a powerful shield for websites and online applications.
Cost-Effective:
A free plan offers core CDN and security features, making it accessible for many websites.
@russell5607 Since I don't know enough about any of this, I'm going to relegate figuring it out to someone else. It shouldn't be this difficult to fix.
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Did you recently add Cloudflare?
Review the platform options below and review your installation to ensure it's correct.
Make your website secure. Are you using SB+?
You can SSL your Sitebuilder Plus website by following this article:
Can I Secure My Homestead Website With HTTPS?
https://community.homestead.com/conversations/sitebuilder-plus/can-i-secure-my-homestead-website-with-https/5f2a9b1658180958845a60de
If you're having trouble with the Cloudflare setup, you can always call for assistance at 1-800-710-1998.
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