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How to Use the Secure Vault in Uptime.com

In this tutorial, we explore Uptime.com's Secure Vault and how to securely create, edit, and manage your credentials. Learn how to access the Vault, add new Vault Items including Username/Password pairs, Certificates, Single Secret Tokens, and Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP), and use them in HTTP(S), API, Transaction, and Page Speed checks. Discover enhanced security features, including 256-bit AES-GCM encryption and zero-trust credential storage. We also cover REST API integration, variable usage, and user permissions.

SSH Check Overview

In this video, learn how to set up and configure SSH checks using Uptime.com. We discuss the frequency options, the importance of Secure Shell (SSH) for secure data communication, and step-by-step instructions for creating a new SSH check in your account. Discover how to set check intervals, configure alert contacts, specify monitoring locations, and ensure your probe servers are whitelisted. Perfect for ensuring your server's remote login capabilities are continuously monitored and secure.

Transaction Check Best Practices

Welcome back to Uptime.com! In this video, we explore best practices for configuring Transaction Checks to simulate user actions on your website. Learn how to build reliable scripts with a series of commands and validators using our no-code Transaction Check Recorder or your developer tools. We cover essential tips like keeping checks streamlined, using 'wait for' commands to ensure element readiness, and validating URL transitions. Follow along as we set up a simple 7-step check to validate the Uptime.com domain health tool.

Transaction Check Basics in less than 3 minutes

In this video, we explore the basics of Transaction Checks on Uptime.com, an advanced multi-step monitoring tool for website elements. Learn how to create customized scripts to mimic user actions such as visiting a site, filling out forms, and clicking buttons. We walk through a step-by-step guide on setting up a Transaction Check to monitor a login process, including navigating to a URL, validating HTTP status codes, and using browser developer tools to configure field entries. Discover different monitoring intervals and tips for organizing your checks with tags and location settings.