Question 1

How do I purge only specific files with the Cloudflare purge action?

Accepted Answer

Set the PURGE_URLS environment variable to an array of fully qualified URLs in your workflow YAML, as shown in the README. However, Cloudflare doesn't support wildcards for non-Enterprise plans, so you must list each file individually, which can be tedious for dynamic content.

Question 2

Cloudflare purge action vs writing my own script: which is better?

Accepted Answer

This action saves time by handling API calls and authentication securely, with built-in error handling. For most teams, it's more reliable than custom scripts, but if you need cross-platform compatibility or advanced features, a custom solution might be necessary.

Question 3

Does this action support purging cache for multiple Cloudflare zones?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by using restricted API tokens with permissions for multiple zones, you can purge cache across different domains. Ensure the token is configured correctly in the Cloudflare dashboard, as outlined in the README.

Question 4

How secure is using the global API key with this action?

Accepted Answer

It's less secure than restricted tokens because the global key has full account access. The README recommends using restricted API tokens to limit scope, reducing risk if secrets are exposed, but setup requires careful configuration.

Question 5

Can I use this action with GitLab CI or other CI/CD tools?

Accepted Answer

No, this is specifically a GitHub Action and won't work outside GitHub Actions. For other platforms, you'd need to adapt the logic or find an equivalent solution, which adds complexity.

Question 6

What happens if the Cloudflare API call fails during the action?

Accepted Answer

The action likely fails the workflow step, which you should handle with error checking in your YAML. Check the action's logs for specific error messages from Cloudflare's API, and ensure credentials and zone IDs are correctly set as secrets.

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