You need hosting for your WordPress site, right?
Problem: You want a WordPress website, and you’ve already secured your domain. You’ve been researching different options, but you are not sure of which direction to take. You’re torn between shared, managed, or whatever else is out there. (BTW, this post contains affiliate links )
Solution: I always recommend that before you choose a reliable host or platform for your site, you should first take inventory of what features you need and also take into consideration any budget concerns.
What is Hosting?
A Web host is basically a parking space or storage unit for your domain. It’s a space just for all of your web files, databases, email addresses, etc. In order to get a website active and live on the internet, you need to host a website
Shared
There are many options available for shared hosting. Some choose to search for the cheapest and others choose based on popularity. Some of the popular hosts are Go-Daddy. Hostgator, and SiteGround. One of my go-to providers is Bluehost. I’ve been working with Bluehost for years, and I’ve never had any issues. Shared hosting has a much lower price tag than managed hosting. You could sign up for a basic package with Bluehost for less than $60.00 for 12 months of hosting.
Managed WordPress Hosting
Several web hosting providers have chosen to focus solely on WordPress and offer services and solutions. Managed WordPress hosts handle the technical stuff so that you can focus on running your business.
They would handle security, speed, WordPress updates, daily backups, as well as website uptime. One great part about Managed WordPress hosting is the support. Support teams are filled with WordPress experts who are trained to ensure that your WordPress needs are covered. Managed hosting costs are higher than that of shared hosting.
One of my favorite managed WordPress providers is Flywheel.
I’ve had a few clients switch from their shared host to Flywheel because they needed more support for their WordPress site.
Summary
So which one works best for you? The answer depends on your needs. If you want a low-cost solution to get your site online and handle the techy back-end things on your own, then a shared hosting provider would be a great option for you. If you want a provider that can handle the tech things and offer more support, you should choose a managed WordPress provider.
Action Steps:
- Take a look at your budget and website needs.
- Evaluate your current provider.
- Make a list of your hosting needs.
Not sure of what you need? Or maybe If you need some assistance with choosing a host or deciding if you need to transfer to a host. Contact me to chat about your options.
There’s a solution… we just need to find it.