--- title: "NodeWorx Guide" source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/" description: "Master NodeWorx server administration. Manage accounts, configure security, handle backups, and control system services in the InterWorx interface." vertical: "Hosting" date: "2025-07-01" last_modified: "2026-07-02" --- # NodeWorx Guide **NodeWorx** is the server administrator interface for InterWorx, giving you full control over your server’s health and configuration. Unlike SiteWorx, which focuses on individual websites, NodeWorx is where you manage the system itself. This guide serves as your central hub for mastering server administration. We have organized our resources into dedicated sections to help you find exactly what you need. You can dive deep into **[NodeWorx Security](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/security/)** to harden your firewall, explore **[NodeWorx Backup and Restore](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/backup-and-restore/)** to safeguard your data, or master **[Email Management](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/email-management/)** for reliable delivery. We also provide comprehensive guides for **[Database Management](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/database-management/)** and **[PHP Management](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/php-management/)** to keep your server optimized. Full NodeWorx Documentation This collection goes over the main workflows you will find in NodeWorx. Full NodeWorx documentation going back to version 7.13 is available here: [https://appendix.interworx.com/](https://appendix.interworx.com/) Access **NodeWorx** in the browser with any of the following (replacing {domain.com}, {hostname.com}, or {ip.ad.re.ss} with the corresponding information): - https://{domain.com}:2443/nodeworx - https://{hostname.com}:2443/nodeworx - https://{ip.ad.re.ss}:2443/nodeworx --- NodeWorx Articles 28 results Use these resources to configure system services, create account packages, and manage your InterWorx server settings. - ## [Allowing Remote Database Access in Interworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/database-management/allowing-remote-database-access-in-interworx/) The InterWorx Control panel allows the ability to manage multiple external MySQL servers from a single installation of InterWorx, via MySQL server pooling. Once added, the remote MySQL Servers may be assigned to new SiteWorx accounts. From the Remote Servers page in NodeWorx, server administrators can add and remove remote MySQL servers, as well as… [Read more: Allowing Remote Database Access in Interworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/database-management/allowing-remote-database-access-in-interworx/) - ## [Blocking IP Addresses in InterWorx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/security/blocking-ip-addresses-in-interworx-web-panel/) Learn to block a malicious IP address using ConfigServer Security & Firewall (CSF) on your Cloud VPS. This tutorial outlines the few simple steps. [Read more: Blocking IP Addresses in InterWorx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/security/blocking-ip-addresses-in-interworx-web-panel/) - ## [Change the Layout in Interworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/change-the-layout-in-interworx/) Customizing your control panel enhances user experience. InterWorx offers various options to personalize layout and design, making navigation easier. [Read more: Change the Layout in Interworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/change-the-layout-in-interworx/) - ## [Changing Your Password in Interworx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/security/changing-your-password-in-interworx-web-panel/) Security best practices recommend regular password changes. InterWorx Web Panel facilitates this with a few clicks on the main dashboard for easy password updates. [Read more: Changing Your Password in Interworx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/security/changing-your-password-in-interworx-web-panel/) - ## [Configuring Backups in Interworx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/backup-and-restore/configuring-backups-in-interworx-web-panel/) Regular backups are vital for disaster recovery. Use InterWorx Web Panel to schedule convenient local server backups as part of your backup plan. [Read more: Configuring Backups in Interworx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/backup-and-restore/configuring-backups-in-interworx-web-panel/) - ## [Configuring NodeWorx Spam Filtering](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/email-management/configuring-nodeworx-spam-filtering/) InterWorx uses SpamAssassin to help keep levels of email spam reasonable. From the Spam Filtering page in NodeWorx, server administrators may manage the SpamAssassin service, edit SpamAssassin and Bayes Learning settings, specify global blacklist and whitelists, and add custom rules. [Read more: Configuring NodeWorx Spam Filtering](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/email-management/configuring-nodeworx-spam-filtering/) - ## [Create Siteworx Backups in Nodeworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/backup-and-restore/create-siteworx-backups-in-nodeworx/) Create Siteworx backups directly from Nodeworx. [Read more: Create Siteworx Backups in Nodeworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/backup-and-restore/create-siteworx-backups-in-nodeworx/) - ## [Creating a Cron Job in Interworx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/creating-a-cron-job-in-interworx-web-panel/) Automating commands on your server improves efficiency. In InterWorx Web Panel, Cron manages these tasks. The root user or domain user can configure Cron for periodic commands, ensuring files and processes are maintained and optimized. [Read more: Creating a Cron Job in Interworx Web Panel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/creating-a-cron-job-in-interworx-web-panel/) 1[2](?query-0-page=2)[3](?query-0-page=3)[4](?query-0-page=4) [Next Page](/hosting/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx?query-0-page=2)