Web hosting is the service that stores your website’s files on a server and makes them accessible on the internet. When someone types your domain name, their browser connects to your hosting server and loads your site. Without hosting, your website simply doesn’t exist online.
Types of Web Hosting
- Shared hosting — your site shares server resources with many others. Cheapest option, good for beginners and small sites.
- VPS (Virtual Private Server) — you get a dedicated slice of a server. More power and control than shared hosting.
- Dedicated hosting — an entire server just for your site. Expensive, for high-traffic sites.
- Cloud hosting — your site runs across multiple servers. Scales easily, great uptime.
- Managed WordPress hosting — hosting optimized for WordPress with automatic updates, backups, and support.
What to Look for in a Host
- Uptime guarantee (99.9%+ is standard)
- Fast load speeds (SSD storage, modern PHP versions)
- Good customer support
- Free SSL certificate
- Easy WordPress installation
- Backups included
Popular Web Hosts for WordPress
SiteGround, Hostinger, Kinsta, WP Engine, and Cloudways are all popular choices — each at different price points for different needs.
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