How to set a separate admin domain for the website in the AnQiCMS backend to enhance security?

As an experienced website operations expert, I fully understand the importance of website security in daily operations.In AnQiCMS (AnQiCMS) such an efficient and security-oriented content management system, we can further strengthen the website's defense line through some clever settings.Today, let's delve into how to set up a separate backend domain for websites on the AnQiCMS backend. This feature not only effectively enhances security but also makes your website management more professional.

The charm of an independent backend domain: it's not just about security, but also about professionalism

Imagine, the frontend domain of your website iswww.yourdomain.comand the backend management interface is also throughwww.yourdomain.com/system/Access this path. This default setting is convenient, but it also makes it easy for potential attackers to guess your management entry. Having a separate backend domain, such asadmin.yourdomain.comormanage.yourdomain.comJust like putting a unique signboard on your management interface, it significantly enhances the security of the website.

The benefits brought by this feature are multifaceted:

Firstly, it provides a kind ofEnhancement of security levels. The independent backend entry is no longer closely associated with the front-end business, making it more difficult for attackers to directly lock the backend entry by scanning front-end vulnerabilities.This 'hiding' is not absolutely safe, but it undoubtedly increases the difficulty and cost of the attack.

Secondly, an independent domain allows you to configure the backend management interfaceMore stringent firewall and security policiesYou can set up independent Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules, IP whitelists, and even geographical access restrictions for this specific domain to ensure that only authorized, secure requests reach your admin panel without affecting the normal access experience of front-end users.

Again, if necessary, you can even configure a separate backend domainA higher level SSL certificateOr use a different SSL certificate provider to further strengthen the encryption security of data transmission. This provides additional security for your sensitive management operations.

Finally, an independent backend domain helps to implementRisk isolation. Even if the front-end website is unfortunately attacked by some minor attacks, since the back-end entry is completely independent, the risk of being affected will be greatly reduced, ensuring the stability and security of the management channel.

Preparation: Domain Name Resolution and Server Configuration

Before setting up in the Anqi CMS backend, there are several key preparatory steps that you need to complete first. This is like building a strong fortress, the foundation must be laid first.

The first step isPrepare a standalone domain or subdomainFor example, if your main site domain isyourdomain.com, you can register a new domain, or more commonly, use a subdomain, such asadmin.yourdomain.com.

Second step, you need to register this new domain or subdomainResolve it to your server IP addressThis is usually done by adding an A record (if pointing to an IP address) or a CNAME record (if pointing to another domain) at your domain registrar or DNS service provider.Make sure the parsing is effective, this may take a few minutes to several hours.

Third step, which is also a very critical step, you needConfigure the reverse proxy of the web server (such as Nginx or Apache) on the server. The AnQi CMS usually runs on a specific port (default is 8001), the role of the web server is to listen to your independent backend domain and forward all requests pointing to it to the port where the AnQi CMS is running.

For example, using Nginx, you need to create a new block in the Nginx configuration file for your standalone backend domainserverand configureproxy_passDirect traffic to the internal address and port of AnQiCMS (for examplehttps://en.anqicms.com). Also, make sureHostThe header information is passed correctly, which is crucial for AnQiCMS to identify the source of the request.If you are not familiar with these configurations, you can refer to the detailed description of Nginx or Apache reverse proxy in the Anqi CMS documentation, or seek help from the server administrator.After the configuration is completed, don't forget to restart the Nginx or Apache service to make the configuration take effect.

AnQiCMS backend settings: The way to configure the exclusive entry

When your domain name resolution and server reverse proxy are properly configured, and you can access throughhttps://admin.yourdomain.com(Or the domain name you choose) When you access the login interface of Anqicms, you can enter the Anqicms backend to make the final settings.

Log in to your AnQi CMS backend, navigate to the left-hand menu's "Backend settings" area. Here, you will see an option named "Global feature settings", click it to enter the global configuration page.

On this page, scroll to find a name calledBackend domain addressThe input box. It is here that we will specify your independent backend domain. Please fill in the domain you have prepared for the backend accurately and completely, for examplehttps://admin.yourdomain.comIt is strongly recommended that you useHTTPSAgreement to ensure encrypted transmission of data management.

After filling out, click the bottom of the page "SaveButton to make your configuration effective. The system may prompt you to refresh the page or log in again.After completing these operations, the Anqi CMS will officially enable this new backend domain.From this point on, all background management operations will be processedhttps://admin.yourdomain.comProceed, the original,/system/The path will no longer be used for managing entries, thereby enhancing security.

Remember that this setting takes effect only if the domain name resolution and server reverse proxy configuration mentioned earlier are correct.If any of these preliminary steps are missed or incorrect, you will not be able to access the backend through the new domain.

Conclusion

Setting a separate backend domain for Anqi CMS is a small but significant strategy in website security operations.It not only makes your management entrance more concealed, but also provides a foundation for implementing more refined security protection.As a website operator, we should always put security first, constantly optimizing configurations and strategies to build a solid barrier for the website and user data.This feature provided by Anqi CMS is a powerful tool to achieve our goal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Q: After setting an independent backend domain,yourdomain.com/system/Can the path still be accessed?A: Cannot. Once you have set and saved the independent backend domain in the Anqi CMS backend and it takes effect, the originalyourdomain.com/system/The path will no longer be used as the entry for backend management. All backend access must be through the new domain you set (such asadmin.yourdomain.comThis is to enhance security, to avoid guessing the background through common paths.

2. Q: Why can't I access the backend when visiting the new domain even though I have set it up according to the steps?A: The most common reason for this situation is that the domain name resolution or server reverse proxy configuration in front has not been properly implemented.

   • First, please check if your new domain name has been correctly resolved to the server IP. You can use the command lineping admin.yourdomain.comor an online tool to query.
   • Next, confirm that the reverse proxy configuration of your Nginx or Apache web server is correct, especiallyproxy_passIs the address and port pointing to the actual running address of the security CMS (default ishttps://en.anqicms.com), and the server has been restarted after the configuration has been modified.
   • Finally, make sure that the backend domain filled in the "Global Function Settings" of Anqi CMS is complete (includinghttps://)

3. Q: Do I need a separate backend domain for each of my secure CMS sites?A: If you are using the "Multi-site Management" feature of AnQi CMS and all these sites are deployed under the same AnQi CMS instance, then the setting of the "Independent Backend Domain" is for the backend entry of the entire AnQi CMS instance.That means that all your multi-sites will be managed through this independent backend domain.If you have physically deployed multiple independent security CMS instances (each instance running on different ports or different servers), then the backend of each instance can be separately configured with its own independent backend domain to achieve more detailed security management.