Getting Started with Guardian Hub

Audience: New tenant admin or team member  |  Goal: Go from zero to a fully connected WordPress site in minutes.

1. Create Your Hub Account and Select a Plan

Steps
  1. Navigate to https://guardian.bluix.net (or the white-label domain provided by your agency).
  2. Click Register and fill in your name, email, password, and company name.
  3. Confirm your email address if prompted.
  4. The system automatically creates your User, Tenant (Free plan), and Subscription.
  5. You can upgrade your plan later from the Billing section.
Tip

You can also sign up using Google or GitHub social login for faster onboarding. Your tenant is created the same way regardless of login method.

Available Plans

PlanSitesAIPrice
Free3NoEUR 0/mo
Starter10BasicEUR 29/mo
Pro25FullEUR 79/mo
Business100FullEUR 179/mo
EnterpriseUnlimitedFullEUR 449/mo

2. Install the GuardianPlug Plugin on WordPress

Steps
  1. Download the GuardianPlug plugin ZIP from your Guardian Hub dashboard or the provided download link.
  2. Log into your WordPress admin panel at https://yoursite.com/wp-admin.
  3. Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
  4. Select the guardian-agent.zip file and click Install Now.
  5. Click Activate Plugin once the installation completes.
  6. A new GuardianPlug menu item appears in the WordPress sidebar.
Note

The plugin works in three modes: standalone (no Hub connection), paired (connected via token), or licensed (premium features). Standalone mode is available immediately after activation.

3. Generate a Pairing Token in the Hub

Steps
  1. Log into Guardian Hub and go to Sites from the sidebar.
  2. Click Add Site.
  3. Enter the site Name and URL (e.g. https://example.com).
  4. The system creates a site record with status pending and generates a pairing token.
  5. Copy the pairing token displayed on screen.

4. Enter the Token in the WordPress Plugin

Steps
  1. In WordPress admin, navigate to the GuardianPlug dashboard page.
  2. In the Hub Connection section, enter the Hub URL (e.g. https://guardian.bluix.net).
  3. Paste the Pairing Token you copied from the Hub.
  4. Click Complete Pairing.
What happens behind the scenes

The plugin sends your site details (WordPress version, PHP version, site URL) to the Hub. On success, the Hub returns an API Token, API Secret, and Site ID, all stored encrypted in your WordPress database using AES-256 encryption.

5. Verify the Connection

After pairing completes successfully:

  • The site status in Guardian Hub changes from pending to active.
  • The health check indicator on the Sites page should turn green within a few minutes.
  • In the WordPress plugin dashboard, you will see the connection status showing the Hub URL and Site ID.
Troubleshooting

If pairing fails, check the following:

  • Ensure the Hub URL is correct and uses HTTPS in production.
  • Verify your server can reach the Hub (check firewall and DNS settings).
  • If the token has expired, generate a new one from the Hub.
  • Make sure your server clock is accurate (max 300-second skew allowed).

6. Configure Autopilot Basics

Autopilot is the AI-powered automation engine that maintains your sites. Start with the basics:

Steps
  1. In Guardian Hub, go to Autopilot from the sidebar.
  2. Select your site from the dropdown at the top.
  3. Set Spokes Mode to auto to let the system choose the best spokes for your site, or select manual to pick them yourself.
  4. Enable the core spokes at minimum: Health Snapshot, Plugin Updates, Theme Updates, and Core Update.
  5. Choose an autonomy level: Full Auto, Semi-Auto, or Manual (we recommend Semi-Auto to start).
  6. Click Save to apply.
Tip

Semi-Auto mode is a good starting point: non-critical actions run automatically while critical actions (like major version updates) go to your Approval Queue for review.

7. Set Up Notifications

Stay informed about what happens with your sites through three notification channels:

ChannelHow It Works
In-AppBell icon in the top-right corner. Shows unread count and refreshes every 30 seconds.
Web PushBrowser push notifications. Automatically registered on login via the Web Push API.
EmailNotifications for ticket updates, security alerts, and approval requests.
Tip

Allow browser notifications when prompted on your first login. This ensures you receive real-time alerts for critical security events and approval requests even when the Hub tab is in the background.

8. Invite Team Members (Optional)

If you work with a team, you can grant members access to specific sites with controlled permissions.

Steps
  1. Go to Sites and select the site you want to share.
  2. Expand the Members panel.
  3. Enter the email address of the team member.
  4. Select a role:
    • Viewer — Read-only access to site data and health status.
    • Manager — Day-to-day operations, can approve Autopilot actions.
    • Admin — Full control over the site within the tenant.
  5. Click Add. Existing users gain immediate access; new users receive an invitation email.

9. Next Steps

You are now up and running. Here is what to explore next:

  • Autopilot deep-dive — Read the Autopilot Configuration Guide to learn about spokes, bundles, scheduling, and the AI chat interface.
  • Security and governance — Check the Security & Governance Guide for file monitoring, incident response, and access control best practices.
  • Billing — Visit Billing to upgrade your plan, purchase credit packages, or download invoices.
  • White-label branding — If your plan supports it, go to White Label to set up your custom domain, logo, and brand colors.
  • Install the PWA — Install Guardian Hub as a Progressive Web App on your desktop or mobile device for native-like access.
  • Add more sites — Repeat steps 2-5 for each additional WordPress site you want to manage.
Need Help?

If you run into any issues, create a support ticket from New Ticket in the sidebar. Our team is here to help you get the most out of Guardian Hub.

End of Getting Started Guide