If you’re using the 7G Firewall on your WordPress site, you may run into conflicts with WP Umbrella. This guide will show you how to update your Nginx configuration to resolve these conflicts and ensure WP Umbrella works smoothly alongside the 7G Firewall.
Estimated Time to Complete: 5 minutes
Prerequisites: Root access to your Nginx server, and active WP Umbrella account.
Download the configuration file that contains the necessary settings for WP Umbrella to work seamlessly with the 7G Firewall.
Also, ensure you download the file with both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses.
After downloading the files, you’ll need to add them to your Nginx extras location.
This requires root access to your server. If you’re unsure how to proceed, it’s recommended to reach out to your hosting provider or server administrator.
For GridPane-powered servers, the location would be: /etc/nginx/extra.d/.
To add the downloaded file to this location, open the file for editing using the nano command:
nano /etc/nginx/extra.d/wpumbrella-7g-context.conf
Be sure to replace wpumbrella-7g-context.conf with the name of the file you downloaded if it’s different.
Once the file is added to your Nginx configuration, restart Nginx to apply the changes.
Use the following command to test your configuration file for syntax errors and reload Nginx:
nginx -t
I can’t find the Nginx extras location. What should I do?If you're unsure where to add the file, contact your hosting provider or a server administrator for guidance. The location can vary depending on your hosting environment.
Nginx fails to restart after adding the file. What now?Check the configuration file for errors by running the nginx -t command. If there are errors, carefully review the file you added to ensure there are no typos or syntax issues.
I’m not comfortable editing Nginx configuration files. Can I get help?Yes, if you're not familiar with editing server configurations, it’s always best to contact your hosting provider or server admin to avoid mistakes.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully configured the 7G Firewall to work with WP Umbrella on your Nginx server. Your WordPress site now benefits from enhanced security while fully supporting WP Umbrella’s features. If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out to our support team! 
