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New features, improvements, and fixes shipped to Visual Sentinel. Newest at the top.

883 releases · current v2.264.4

A consistent dashboard

v2.211.0
  • ImprovedLoading, empty pages and retry messages now look consistent across your workspace, with clearer notifications in light and dark mode.
  • FixIncident details, support, feedback and connected services now match the rest of your dashboard.
  • FixEditing an API monitor on a phone now scrolls the fields properly, so nothing hides behind the buttons.
  • FixTerms and Privacy are in your account menu.

Clearer Visual tab

v2.210.3
  • FixWhen a page still looks like its baseline, the Visual tab says so and shows when the last screenshot was taken, instead of comparing the baseline with itself.
  • FixThe last screenshot time on the Visual tab is the same everywhere on the page.

Status page links

v2.210.0
  • FixLinks to your public status page and badges always point to the right address.

One monitors list for every check

v2.209.0
  • ImprovedThe separate uptime, speed, certificate, DNS, visual, content and services pages now open the main monitors list with the right filter applied.
  • NewFilter the monitors list by the checks a site has turned on, paused sites included, or sort it by slowest response.
  • NewThe certificate filter lists each certificate's expiry date and opens with the soonest to expire at the top.
  • NewServices you rely on show what the provider is reporting, how each part of the service is doing and a link to its status page, and you can choose which parts should alert you.
  • ImprovedIf a monitor's API checks change while you are editing them, you are asked to reload them instead of saving over the newer checks.
  • NewAPI: an update to a monitor's response checks can include the checks it was based on, so an outdated update is refused rather than replacing newer ones.
  • SecurityEnhanced security hardening.

A clearer start with Visual Sentinel

v2.208.0
  • ImprovedSetting up your first monitor, reviewing its first check and choosing a plan now share the familiar workspace look.
  • ImprovedContent monitor setup has a clearer layout, saves your chosen alert channels and lets you retry an alert setup failure without creating another monitor.
  • FixMonitor setup controls stay visible and easy to use on phones.
  • FixFilled buttons keep their colors when you hover, and plan offers fit on narrow screens.

Clearer guides on phones

v2.207.2
  • FixLong error codes in the SSL guide now wrap within their cards on small screens.

Easier to click through lists

v2.206.2
  • FixClicking anywhere on an incident, monitor, server or site row now opens it, not just the title.
  • FixRow highlights on hover are smoother and consistent across every list.
  • FixServer usage bars and uptime bars stay easy to read when you hover over a row.

Sharper screenshots

v2.206.1
  • FixScreenshots and comparisons are sharp at full size instead of blurry.

New look for the blog and comparison pages

v2.206.0
  • ImprovedBlog articles are easier to read, with a table of contents that stays in view on larger screens.
  • ImprovedComparison pages lay out the differences between Visual Sentinel and other tools more clearly.

New look for the free tools, docs and sign in

v2.205.0
  • ImprovedThe free website tools have a cleaner layout and explain each result in plain words.
  • ImprovedThe API docs start with copyable examples for the most common tasks.
  • ImprovedSigning in and creating an account use the new design, with an example of what your workspace looks like.
  • FixThe API reference now marks which endpoints need a signed-in session instead of an API key.

New look for public status pages

v2.204.0
  • ImprovedPublic status pages have a cleaner layout that is easier to read on phones and desktops.
  • ImprovedStatus pages keep text readable whatever brand colour you choose.
  • ImprovedPast maintenance shows on the status page history, based on the maintenance you scheduled.
  • ImprovedThe agency, client report, alert channel and visual monitoring pages have a fresh design.

Accessibility fixes

v2.203.3
  • FixTabs show a clear hover in dark mode again, and the screenshot labels on the Visual tab are easier to tap.

Security update

v2.203.2
  • SecurityEnhanced security hardening.

Monitor page fixes

v2.203.1
  • FixThe screenshot comparison on the Visual tab is laid out properly again, with the slider, side by side and changes views.
  • FixEach check in the Checks panel opens its settings when you click it.
  • FixSwitching tabs on a monitor no longer moves the page.
  • ImprovedThe phone speed test shows when it was measured, and tells you when recent tests could not finish. Slow pages get more time to finish the test.
  • FixLinks to branding and alert channels, including the ones in alert emails, open the right page.
  • FixMonitor views fit on phone screens.

Filter monitors by type

v2.203.0
  • NewFilter the monitors list by type, for example to see only your certificate or DNS monitors. The filter works together with search, status and tags, and stays in the page address so you can share it.
  • FixThe More menu on Add monitor opens fully instead of being cut off.
  • FixMonitors checked from several places in one region show one region label instead of repeats.

We now check the other version of your address

v2.202.0
  • NewEach website monitor also checks the version of its address with or without www, and warns you if that one stops working even while the main address is fine. Turn it off per monitor in settings.

Roomier pages and faster reports

v2.201.0
  • NewHide the side panel to give lists the full width, or shrink the menu to icons. Your choice is remembered on every page.
  • ImprovedClient report previews appear straight away. Reports summarise your measured numbers.
  • ImprovedThe AI summary in the workspace digest is now optional and off unless you turn it on.
  • ImprovedSummaries show as a two by two grid on every page, and list rows share one clear hover.
  • FixYour plan card shows the same limits your workspace actually has, and long region names no longer overlap the next column.

Workspace switcher, SVG logos and clearer settings

v2.200.0
  • NewSwitch workspaces from the bottom of the sidebar.
  • NewUpload your logo as an SVG. Emails and PDF reports get a sharp image copy automatically.
  • ImprovedSettings now show when you have unsaved changes, with a clear Save button and a confirmation once saved.
  • ImprovedSelect several monitors by clicking their rows once you have selected one.
  • ImprovedOverview summaries sit in a compact two by two grid, and form controls have calmer borders.
  • FixIncident markers on response charts are readable again and open the incident. Logos keep their shape and stay visible on dark status pages.

Plan option fixes

v2.199.1
  • FixPlan options name the smallest plan that fits your workspace, open centered on screen, and explain clearly when your plan has no server monitoring.

Clearer plan options

v2.199.0
  • ImprovedWhen you reach a plan limit, see the plan, price and payment timing for the option you need.
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