If you have ever lost sleep over WordPress security and site’s performance, this month’s updates has everything you need to make your site secure and high performing site.
Security is non-negotiable when it comes to your website for every website owner. That is why the April 2025 xCloud release doubles down on one of the most critical priorities for any serious site owner: keeping your sites safe, stable, and secure. From integration with WP fail2ban, to the brand new WordPress Integrity Checker feature, this month’s update puts security-first hosting in the spotlight.
If you are an individual or business managing multiple client sites or a developer looking for full-stack flexibility, these updates are designed to provide better control and improved reliability for all xCloud users. Let us get started with our xCloud April 2025 release notes.
🌟 xCloud April 2025 Release Notes: New Features Spotlight
⚡ Edge Full Page Cache – Get faster content delivery for your WordPress site with Edge caching with just a few clicks
🔒 WP Fail2Ban with xCloud – Protect your site by logging failed logins, blocking spam, and banning malicious IPs automatically.
🛡️ WordPress Integrity Checker – Scan your WordPress files and get instant alerts for any unauthorized changes, deletions, or tampering.
[New] Edge Full Page Cache
With Edge Caching, your website’s page cache is saved across Cloudflare’s global network of 260+ data centers, meaning your content is delivered ultra-fast from the location closest to each visitor. Expect up to a 40% speed boost — no complicated setups needed!
- Full-page caching at the edge
- Compatible with WordPress, WooCommerce & more
- Easy access to cache purging from the WordPress dashboard
- Included with every xCloud plan for free!
👉 Learn how to enable Edge Full Page Cache now and take your site to the next level:
How to Enable the Edge Full Page Cache in xCloud
[New] WP Fail2Ban Plugin Integration with xCloud
One of the most requested features has finally arrived — xCloud now supports full integration with the WP Fail2Ban plugin. This is a major win for users who prioritize WordPress security and want more control over intrusion prevention without relying on third-party firewalls.
WP Fail2Ban is widely known for its robust approach to WordPress security by logging authentication attempts directly to syslog using LOG_AUTH. With xCloud’s new built-in integration, users can now:
- Automatically log failed login attempts for stronger brute-force attack protection.
- Detect and block user enumeration attempts, one of the most common reconnaissance tactics used by attackers.
- Flag spam comments and pingbacks, enhancing the site’s overall integrity.
- Use fail2ban jails to automatically ban IPs exhibiting malicious behavior, without complex configuration.
This integration is a game-changer for developers and agencies who manage high-traffic or security-sensitive WordPress environments. With WP Fail2Ban now natively supported in xCloud, you can enhance your WordPress site’s defense mechanisms with minimal setup effort.
👉 Learn the details:
How to Set Up WP Fail2Ban with xCloud on Your WordPress Site
[New] WordPress Integrity Checker
Another noteworthy addition in the April release is the brand-new WordPress Integrity Checker. This feature is designed to help site administrators and developers quickly identify any unauthorized modifications to core WordPress files — a common tactic used by attackers to insert malware or backdoors.
Key highlights include:
- Automatic scanning of WordPress core files against the official WordPress repository.
- Alerts for modified, deleted, or added files.
- Improved visibility into potential security risks or plugin conflicts.
- One-click tools to restore files or download reports.
By integrating this feature directly into the xCloud dashboard, users no longer need to install separate plugins or manually verify file integrity — making it easier than ever to maintain a clean, secure WordPress environment.
👉 Learn the details:
How To Verify WordPress Checksums and Detect Malware Affected Files?
🚀20+ Improvements & Bug Fixes Made For Performance
April’s update brings a host of meaningful improvements to the xCloud platform, focused on customization, performance, and user experience. These upgrades are designed to give developers and agencies more control, visibility, and peace of mind when managing WordPress hosting environments.
📌 Kept “redirect” checked by default for smoother multi-domain setups
📌 Fixed white label billing title issue for cleaner invoicing
📌 Playground teams are now auto-approved — no more reverification hassles
📌 Prevented duplicate data storage + improved page number visibility on Mega Menu Pagination
📌 Fixed invoice list overflow, server delete notice bugs, mobile UI issues & improved xCloud search
📌Resolved grid/list exceptions, refined Nova permissions, and enhanced OLS server header behavior
📌Upgraded AWS CLI to Version 2 for improved site backup compatibility.
📌Auto-Update WordPress URLs to HTTPS during installation and upon SSL activation on previously non-SSL sites.
📌Enabled Global Access to OpenLiteSpeed CLI Tools by configuring a system-wide PATH setting.
📌Refined Validation Rules and Messages for site users to enhance clarity and consistency.
📌Resolved Checksum Issues for Pro Plugins by removing unnecessary checksum outputs and fixing false error reports.
📌Enhanced Cache Control Settings by extending cache duration to one year and adding new MIME types for better performance.
📌Introduced Interval-Based Disk Space Monitoring for timely low disk space warnings.
📌Stopped Auto-Creation of Default Databases and Users labeled with “xCloud.”
📌Fixed Multiselect Cursor Blinking Issue for smoother UI interactions.
📌Resolved White Label Client Registration, Tooltip, and Additional UI Bugs for a better user experience.
📌Resolved SSL Update Issue where staging sites with custom domains were incorrectly converted into production sites.
xCloud April 2025 Recap: What is Coming Next?
The April 2025 update shows a constant process of making the functionality, security, and user experience better. With the seamless integration of WPFail2Ban, users can now enjoy advanced brute-force protection without the need for complex manual setup.
We have some exciting features in the pipeline that we will bring in the next few months. These will provide an even better cutting-edge hosting environment tailored for developers, agencies, and businesses alike.
And that’s a wrap of our xCloud April 2025 release notes. Ready to experience the improvements yourself? Head over to your xCloud dashboard and explore everything the April update has to offer and let us know your thoughts
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