How to use the protected hosting feature

Reviewed on February 17, 2025

The protected hosting feature is designed to prevent any accidental or unauthorized deletions of your Web Hosting plan. When enabled, this feature ensures that your Web Hosting plan cannot be deleted, providing an extra layer of protection against unintended disruptions. This is particularly useful for preventing errors, such as accidental cancellations during routine maintenance or management activities.

Before you start

To complete the actions presented below, you must have:

• A Scaleway account logged into the console
• Owner status or IAM permissions allowing you to perform actions within the intended Organization
• An active Web Hosting plan

1. Click Web Hosting in the Domains & Web Hosting section of the side menu. The Web Hosting dashboard displays.
2. Select the Web Hosting plan you want to protect. The Overview page for that plan displays.
3. Scroll down to the Hosting Information section and click Enable next to Protection to activate the protected hosting feature. A pop-up displays, asking you to confirm the action.
4. Click Enable protection to activate the feature.

By following these steps, you ensure that your Web Hosting plan remains secure and protected against any unintended changes.