An External URL in 01Cloud allows developers to create a secure, public endpoint for applications or services, making it accessible from outside the 01Cloud platform. This feature is essential for integrating with third-party services, remote management, and facilitating external analytics.
Purpose of External URL:
- External Connectivity:
- Applications and services like databases, message brokers, and caches become accessible to external clients, enabling use cases such as cross-platform data exchange, integrations with third-party services, or analytics.
- Controlled Access via IP Whitelisting:
- With IP whitelisting, only specific IPs can access the external URL, allowing administrators to control who can connect and enhancing security by restricting access to trusted sources.
- Ease of Integration:
- Developers can quickly integrate external resources like databases or APIs without complex network setups or additional infrastructure, making cross-platform workflows more efficient.
- Availability for Add-ons and Services:
- The external URL feature extends across multiple managed services, enabling integration with add-ons like databases and message brokers directly into application workflows.
Steps to Enable External URL for Managed Services:
- Go to the Overview Tab of the managed service environment in 01Cloud.
- Once enabled, 01cloud will generate an external URL for the application. Copy this URL, as it is used for accessing the application via a web browser or through the terminal.
- In the Overview tab, click on “See Variables” where you can view the credentials needed to access the service.
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