# Client Area Instances
This section explains instance-level work in Client Area. An instance is one WordPress site managed inside PanelAlpha.
# Core Functions
- Instance list and organization View all sites, switch list/tile mode, sort results, and filter by tags.
- Installation state tracking See when an instance is provisioning and when management actions become available.
- Creating and importing websites Create a new WordPress installation or import an existing site.
- Instance details and daily actions Open WP Admin with SSO, clear cache, update WordPress, and remove instances.
- DNS-safe previews Use Preview Site when DNS propagation is still in progress.
- Domain and sharing controls Change domain and grant access to teammates or clients.
- Performance and safety tools Monitor traffic, manage backups, and review logs.
- Plugins, themes, and advanced settings Manage extensions, updates, technical options, and WordPress config values.