The instance detail page contains the tools used to inspect and maintain one CanaryWP WordPress environment.
Start with Details
Before using an advanced tool, verify the instance identity from Overview.
Confirm:
- Name
- URL
- Status
- Workspace
- Region
- Plan
- Notes
- Tags
This reduces the risk of operating on the wrong environment.
Metrics
Use Metrics to inspect available runtime measurements.
Metrics can help determine whether an issue is associated with resource use or runtime behavior rather than WordPress content alone.
Logs
Logs are one of the first places to investigate when:
- A site returns an error.
- A lifecycle operation fails.
- WordPress displays a fatal error.
- A request behaves unexpectedly.
- A change works inconsistently.
Correlate log timestamps with the operation you performed.
Backup
Use Backup before significant maintenance or data changes.
Backups can include database, files, or both.
Activity
Instance Activity narrows workspace events to the selected environment.
Use it to determine what changed and in what sequence.
Media
Use Media to inspect WordPress uploads and media-related files.
SSH
Use SSH for advanced investigation when dashboard tools are insufficient.
SSH is appropriate for tasks such as:
- File inspection
- Permission investigation
- Advanced WordPress diagnostics
- Command-line troubleshooting
Use it only when you understand the commands being executed.
Safe operating pattern
For any high-impact operation:
Confirm instance → Back up → Perform one change → Verify → Test → Review activity