Technical & Troubleshooting

What is the AlgoPoint remote start for WP-Cron, and is it safe?

It is a backup for sites whose own WP-Cron cannot run — for example when wp-cron.php is blocked by a password prompt or a security rule, or when runs keep coming late. The plugin can then ask algopointai.com to start WP-Cron for it. AlgoPoint opens a private start link on your site every minute, so campaigns and update checks run on time even without visitors.

How it is kept safe:

  • The link must point to your licence's own domain and may carry only the plugin's secret start key. Nothing else on your site is requested.
  • It only works with an active licence for that domain.
  • AlgoPoint tests the link first. If a firewall or a cache in front of your home page stops it, the remote start is not used.
  • The plugin can switch the remote start off again.

A real server cron job is still the most reliable choice when your host allows it. If campaigns still run late, check Cron Schedule in AI AutoPost → Settings and send support a screenshot.

Step-by-step guide: How scheduling and cron work
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