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WordPress Access & Activity Logs

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This guide is designed to help users understand the new Access & Activity Logs feature available in their WordPress Admin Panel on the Aiphilia platform. This functionality provides a comprehensive way to track user activities, monitor access requests, and maintain transparency in site management. The logs include detailed insights for enhanced security, troubleshooting, and accountability.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Activity Logs
  • How to Use Activity Logs?
  • Access Logs
  • How to Use Access Logs?
  • Audit Logs
  • How to Use Audit Logs?
  • Troubleshooting & Best Practices
  • Frequently Asked Questions

Key Features Overview #

Activity Logs #

  • Purpose: Review all actions taken on your Aiphilia WordPress account or specific site.
  • Details Captured:
    • User Identification: See who performed each action.
    • Timestamp: Know exactly when an action was taken.
    • Action Status: Check if the action was successful or if it encountered errors.
  • Use Case: Ideal for tracking changes in your site’s configuration or monitoring user activity.

How to Use Activity Logs? #

  • Navigate to WordPress Dashboard → Manage Site
  • Select Activity Logs from the sub menu → Enable
  • Select time range → Logs will start displaying after the selected time has passed once logs are enabled

Access Logs #

  • Purpose: Monitor all server requests to help you understand traffic patterns and user behavior.
  • Details Captured:
    • Requested URL: Track specific URLs accessed.
    • Client IP Address: Identify where the request originated from.
    • Timestamp: Know the exact time of each request.
    • HTTP Status Code: Review the response status (e.g., 200 for success, 404 for not found).
    • Response Size: Understand the size of the data sent to the client.
  • Use Case: Great for analyzing site traffic, detecting unusual access patterns, and optimizing site performance.

How to Use Access Logs? #

  • Navigate to WordPress Dashboard → Manage Site
  • Select Analytics → Visitors Report → Scroll to the bottom and view Access Logs 

Audit Logs #

  • Purpose: Integrate WordPress logs with the existing Aiphilia Platform Audit Logs for comprehensive user activity tracking.
  • Details Captured:
    • User Actions: Trace back users responsible for critical actions like WordPress Purchases, Unsubscribes, Site Creation, and Site Deletion.
  • Use Case: Enhances accountability by providing a clear audit trail of significant events on your WordPress account.

How to Use Audit Logs? #

  • Navigate to Subaccount Settings from the left sidemenu
  • Scroll all the way down and select Audit Logs 

Troubleshooting & Best Practices #

  • Logs Not Showing: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to view logs.
  • Suspicious Activity Detected: Immediately change your passwords and review server access controls.
  • High Error Rates in Logs: Use the logs to identify failing plugins or misconfigured settings.

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