WordPress hosting, explained
WordPress is the software behind a huge share of the world's websites. It lets you write pages and blog posts, add photos, and change your design without touching code. It's free to use, but it has to run somewhere, and that "somewhere" is hosting, the always-on computer your site lives on.
Why plain hosting isn't enough
WordPress has moving parts: the core software, a database (where your posts and settings are stored), and plugins (small add-ons for things like contact forms). All of them need regular updates. Skip the updates and your site gets slow or gets hacked. Keeping up with them is a part-time job most owners don't want.
What managed WordPress adds
- Updates handled for you. We keep WordPress and its parts current so you don't have to.
- Speed. We tune the server so pages load quickly for your visitors.
- Safety. Your site is monitored, backed up, and redundant across two cities, so a bad update or a hardware fault doesn't erase your work.
- Help from real people. If something looks wrong, you ask us instead of searching forums.
Who it's for
If you want a blog, a shop, or a content-heavy site you can edit yourself, WordPress is a great fit. If all you need is a simple brochure page, a plain website may be cheaper and even easier.
See managed WordPress and the full lineup on our services page.