This course is independently developed and is not affiliated with, sponsored, or endorsed by Cloudflare, Inc. This course is for educational purposes only.
In this course, we’ll explore the Cloudflare, Inc. features that freelancers and agencies rely on to keep client websites secure, lightning-fast, and trouble-free. From protecting against bots and hackers to boosting site speed, Cloudflare is the essential tool for security and performance that every freelancer and agency needs in their back pocket.
Here’s the truth: getting started can feel overwhelming with all the technical terms. Based on my own experience, I’ve designed this course to simplify the essentials and focus on what works for agencies. Each lesson is practical, with clear, easy-to-apply steps that minimize the tech jargon wherever possible. My goal is to help you feel confident managing Cloudflare for your clients without getting bogged down by complex details.
What You'll Learn
Introduction and Setting Up
💡 A simple, beginner-friendly guide that explains how their services can enhance your website's security and speed. You'll find easy-to-follow instructions to help you set up quickly and start enjoying the benefits.
Simplified DNS Management
🔧 Manage DNS settings—making all those tricky records simpler to handle! Learn which records should be proxied by the orange cloud and which ones shouldn't. Plus, discover the correct way to configure SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records for optimal email security.
Firewall Rules
🛡️ Learn how to configure WAF rules for effective site protection. Explore how to add and customize rules, including my v3 settings, identify if legitimate services are being blocked, and make adjustments to keep everything running smoothly.
Analytics & Logs
📊 Understand analytics and logs to effectively monitor your website traffic and performance. With real-time insights, identify potential issues before they escalate, enabling proactive troubleshooting.
Caching & Optimization Features
⚡ Make your site lightning-fast—because nobody loves a slow website. Learn to use caching to reduce server load and boost speed. Understand Browser Cache, Edge Cache, Purge Cache, and features like APO to keep content fresh and performance high. (Some features may require a paid plan.)
Rules and Templates
🚦Learn how to use rules to streamline the management of your site’s traffic, security, and performance. From setting up redirect rules to configuring other powerful rules that automate and optimize your website, you'll learn to implement these tools effectively with minimal effort.
SSL Certificates Configuration
🔒 Secure your users with SSL/TLS certificates to ensure safe connections. Understand the different SSL options—flexible, full, and full (strict) modes—and how each one impacts the security of your origin server.
Who This Course Is For
👩💻 Freelancers & Agencies:
Enhance your offerings with tools and services that ensure client's sites stay secure and optimized.
🌐 Website Owners
Boost your site’s security and speed—no tech expertise required!
🚀 Anyone Seeking a Straightforward Guide
Whether you’re a beginner or ready to level up, we’ve got you covered.
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Testimonials
Troy’s Cloudflare rules have become legendary in our community — and for good reason… A few minute setup, and your server has instant relief from bot and nefarious traffic. It’s become mandatory in all my setups!
Kyle Van Deusen - The Admin Bar Community
Troy's Cloudflare rules revolutionized my website hosting & maintenance plan. I watched my malicious login attempts drop to zero, my spam submissions almost completely disappear, and my server resources got major relief from bots! Thanks to Troy, I now have a much better understanding of DNS, email authentication, and basic firewall security. I can't wait for his course to come out so I can learn even more.
Austin Reason - R5 Website Management
Troy's Cloudflare expertise saved my sites while I was on vacation! He quickly identified bots overwhelming my server and applied custom rules across all my sites. Now, everything runs smoother than ever. I’m excited to see his knowledge in a course format that I can review as my agency grows. Highly recommend him for any Cloudflare issues!
Howard Spaeth - H Grant Designs
Troy, literally saved all my sites (30 of them) from an attack. I learned from Troy on how to use CloudFlare, better hosting, and how to do things faster. He literally took me under his wing and I said I got you! I recommend Troy and his course and services to anyone. Even after taking his course I’m still learning.
Craig Caruso
I’m comfortable with most things DNS, but when I needed to implement my spf, DKIM & DMARC records in Cloudflare I was clueless. Troy was the hero that helped me resolve my issue, gave additional tips and made me look good with my client!
Christian van 't Hof - Brightsol
Flexible Options to Suit Your Learning Style
Whether you prefer self-paced learning, personalized guidance, or group collaboration, we've got you covered. Choose the plan that fits your needs and gain practical skills at your own pace, with the support that works best for you.
Disclaimer: Our Cloudflare course and support are independently developed based on our experience and methods, and are not officially affiliated with, sponsored, or endorsed by Cloudflare, Inc. This course is for educational purposes only.
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