Publisher First Time Settings
Once you have successfully installed HTFY Publisher on your server and logged in for the first time, you will be prompted to configure the initial setup. This ensures your website is correctly structured and ready for static content publishing.
First-Time Login & Initial Site Configuration
Upon your first login to the HTFY Admin Panel, a popup button will automatically appear prompting you to complete your site’s core information.
🔧 Details Required:
Website Name
Tagline
Site Logo
Favicon Icon
Author Name
Publisher Name
These details are essential and will be used across your HTML pages, including meta tags, schema data, and structured SEO blocks.
Once filled, click “Save” to proceed.
Index.html & Folder Structure Setup
After the basic site details are saved, the next step is to set up your core folder structure and generate an index.html homepage.
You’ll be provided with a list of recommended folders and files such as:
/upload//page/404.htmlrobots.txt.htaccessindex.html
Each item will have its own “Update” button, allowing you to generate them automatically. These structures are required for the proper functioning of your static website.
Home SEO Configuration
From the Dashboard, click on the “Home SEO” option. This feature helps you set up your home page’s SEO by allowing you to define:
Meta Title
Meta Description
Keywords
Once saved, the system will automatically generate or update the index.html home page with SEO-compliant tags.
⚠️ Warning: Avoid repeatedly updating this setting, as it may overwrite your existing home page each time and result in loss of previous data or layout.
Key Dashboard Options Explained
After installation, the HTFY Publisher Dashboard will show the following primary setup tools:
🔹 Site Detail
Used to manage your website identity:
Logo, tagline, favicon, author/publisher name, etc.
This information is used globally across all pages and schema metadata.
🔹 Index Update
Generates the required file and folder structure:
upload folders, page folders, error pages
index.html, .htaccess, robots.txt
🔹 Favicon Generator
This allows you to convert any image (PNG, JPG, WEBP, etc.) into a valid .ico favicon format, and apply it to your website.
🔹 Home SEO
Setup SEO metadata and structure for the home page. This will affect the index.html file by injecting necessary meta tags and structural elements.
Note: Future Updates
Some settings or options listed above may be moved to separate sections or tools in upcoming updates for better UX and advanced control.
What is the first thing I need to do after logging into HTFY Publisher for the first time?
What does the "Index Update" option do?
The "Index Update" feature automatically generates your static site structure. It creates essential folders and files such as upload/, page/, .htaccess, robots.txt, 404.html, and the main index.html. You can generate each item individually using the Update buttons.
How do I configure SEO for my homepage?
Use the "Home SEO" option in the dashboard. You can enter the homepage title, meta description, and keywords. Once saved, the system automatically updates the index.html file with the new SEO metadata.
⚠️ Note: Avoid using this repeatedly unless necessary, as it can regenerate the homepage and overwrite previous content.
Can I generate a favicon directly inside HTFY Publisher?
.ico format favicon for your site. No external tools are needed.