Getting Started
This section covers account setup, connecting your first integration, and the key concepts you'll use every day.
Prerequisites
- A SecureCheap account — sign up free (opens in a new tab)
- Admin or Owner access to at least one of:
- A Linux server (SSH access or cPanel)
- A cloud provider account (AWS, DigitalOcean, Vultr, Hetzner, GCP, Azure)
- A Cloudflare account (for domain / DNS monitoring)
Sections
| Page | What you'll learn |
|---|---|
| Quick Start | Connect an integration and run your first scan in 5 minutes |
| Agent Installation | Install the optional metrics agent for deep server telemetry |
| Authentication & API Keys | How JWT sessions work and how to create API keys |
| Your First Monitor | Create an uptime check, set thresholds, and wire up alerts |
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If you're on the free tier, you can add up to 3 integrations, 5 monitors, and run 1 scan per day. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited usage.