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How to Update Plesk: A Step-by-Step Guide

13.01.2025 Netbudur
How to Update Plesk: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Plesk Panel is a popular control panel that facilitates server management. However, it is important to update Plesk regularly to ensure maximum performance and safety. In this guide, we describe how you can update Plesk Panel step by step.

1. Pre-update Preparations

a) Backup

Before starting any update, take a full backup of your server against the risk of data loss:

  • Plesk Panel'e girin.

  • Tools & Settings > Backup Manager Go to the option.

  • Create and download full backup.

b) Sistem Gereksinimlerini Kontrol Edin

Make sure the new Plesk version is compatible with your server. Check if your server operating system and existing resources are enough.

2. Update Steps of Plesk Panel

a) Update from Plesk Interface

  1. Login to Plesk Panel as administrator.

  2. Using the left menu Tools & Settings > Plesk Update & Upgrade Go to the option.

  3. Available updates will be listed. "Load Updates" Start the process by clicking on the option.

  4. After the update is completed, the Plesk Panel can be restarted automatically.

b) Update Using Command Line

If you prefer to use the terminal, you can follow the steps below:

  1. Connect to your server with SSH.

  2. Run the following command to start updateer:

    plesk installer update

  3. Plesk will download and install existing updates. The update time may vary depending on the speed and update of your server.

3. After Update Controls

a) Version Control

Check the Plesk Panel version to ensure that the update is completed successfully:

  • Home > System Information You can see the downloaded version from the tab.

b) Service Controls

Check all your websites, email services and database connections work properly. Find the reason by reviewing log files if there is a problem.

4. Frequent Problems and Solutions

a) Disk Space Failure

During the update, the disk space may be insufficient. In this case:

  • Clean unnecessary files.

  • You can use the following command to clean the cache:

    rm -rf /var/cache/*

b) Update Defending

If an error occurs during the update, run the updater again or find the source of error by reviewing log files.

5. Automatic Update of Plesk Panel

Plesk also offers automatic update option. To enable this feature:

  • Tools & Settings > Automatic Updates By using the option, you can enable you to load the updates you want.

By keeping your Plesk Panel up-to-date, you can improve your performance and minimize security risks. You can update it smoothly by following steps in this guide.