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How to Handle Unstable Connections and Resume Downloads with Wget
Wget is a powerful command-line utility used by server administrators to download files over HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP. It’s especially useful when working on servers without a graphical interface or when automating tasks via scripts. In this guide, we’ll explore three common use cases that…
Finding Balance - A Practical Guide to Healthier Phone and Social Media Use
Bounce Handling in Mautic - Choosing Between AWS SES and Standard Email Accounts

Bounce management is critical for maintaining email deliverability and ensuring your marketing campaigns reach their intended audience. In Mautic, bounce handling involves detecting undelivered emails (bounces) and unsubscribe requests (complaints), then updating contact records accordingly. This guide explores two approaches: Amazon Web Services (AWS) Simple…
Step-by-Step Guide to Fixing Database Errors During Mautic 5.2.5 to 6.0.0 Upgrades
Mautic upgrades often involve database schema changes to support new features or improvements. However, migrations may fail due to: This guide addresses two critical issues encountered when upgrading from v5.2.1 to 6.0.0 By following these steps, you’ll resolve schema inconsistencies and ensure a smooth migration.
How to Manually Restore a RunCloud Backup, if the Application has been removed
If you’ve saved a backup on AWS and need to restore it manually, please note that the RunCloud dashboard does not support manual restoration of downloaded backups. In this scenario your app and backup profiles no longer exist. Instead, you’ll need to use an SFTP…
Secure AWS SES Email Sending - Policy Design & Implementation Guide

Amazon Simple Email Service (SES) is a powerful tool for sending transactional emails, but misconfigured policies can lead to abuse, such as phishing attacks or spam campaigns. This article explains how to create a secure SES policy that balances flexibility and security, while preventing unauthorised…
Managing Database Schema Changes in Mautic - Doctrine Migrations
Doctrine is an Object-Relational Mapper (ORM) integrated into Mautic to bridge the gap between PHP code and database schema. It maps Mautic’s PHP entities (e.g., Lead, Campaign) to database tables, ensuring consistency and reducing manual SQL intervention. Migrations are critical during upgrades or customisations. They…


