To start using Silex, you'll need to log in. The login process is the following:
- Go to the Silex login page.
- Log in through a third-party service, we recommend Gitlab. If you don't have a Gitlab account you can create one.
- You will be redirected to Silex dashboard
Here is a step by step guide on how to signup with GitLab.com
Why Use a Third-Party Service:
Using third-party services for data storage and site publishing has several benefits:
- Cost Efficiency: It reduces the operational costs for us, which helps keep Silex free for all users.
- Data Ownership: You have full control over your data. You can choose your preferred service provider or even decide to host your data yourself. This means you're in charge of where your data is stored and who can access it.
- Flexibility: You can select a service that meets your specific needs, whether it's for enhanced security, better performance, or other preferences.
This setup not only supports the sustainability of Silex but also empowers you to manage your data according to your requirements.
Want to go further? Go check the video tutorials or just ask for help in the forums or poke us in the chat or contact us on the chat or the forums in English here
Recommended service: GitLab.com
Silex team recommends Gitlab.com is because we trust this company, but also they have a convenient free plan with hosting and even with you own custom domain. Plus you can self-host GitLab as it is open source.
Available services
Silex includes a variety of connectors out of the box, each serving different functions related to file storage, website hosting, collaboration, and file versioning. Here’s a detailed look at the connectors currently supported:
| Name | Description | File Storage | Website Hosting | Collaboration | File Versioning | SaaS Version (v3.silex.me) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GitLab.com | Integrates with GitLab to manage and version your website’s files using Git. Provides robust collaboration tools and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Framagit.org | Integrates GitLab to manage and version your website files with Git. Provides robust collaboration tools and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment. Please note Framasoft verifies all account creation which takes 24 hours. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| FTP / SFTP | Allows files to be transferred securely between your local machine and the server. Ideal for hosting websites on traditional web servers. | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| File system | Utilizes the local file system for developing and testing websites offline. Perfect for local development and testing. | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Directus | Connects with the Directus headless CMS to manage content and assets, offering a powerful API and backend for dynamic sites. | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
This table will help you understand which connectors best suit your needs, depending on your project and workflow requirements. Whether you are looking to collaborate, need robust versioning, or require seamless integration with cloud services, Silex provides the flexibility to optimize your web development process.
¶ Login: detailed overview
Here is how to login through Dashboard:
From inside Silex editor - this happens when the user has been logged out:
You may also want to login to a specific hosting service when publishing your site:
This is the FTP login form which is provided by the FTP connector:
