How to choose website hosting
Start with the needs of your website, then compare total costs rather than promotional prices alone.
1. Choose the hosting type
Shared hosting suits many small websites. Managed WordPress plans can simplify maintenance. VPS and cloud plans offer more control, but may require technical management.
2. Calculate the total cost
Compare introductory terms and renewal rates for 12, 24, 36 and 48 months. Include domain registration, backups, migration, email, taxes, and optional services where applicable.
3. Check plan limits
Verify storage, bandwidth, traffic limits, number of sites, backups, and email for the exact plan.
4. Evaluate reliability and support
Check the provider's published SLA, support availability, refund policy, and independent performance evidence.