Hosting is the service that provides space on a server where a website's files reside, keeping it reachable online 24/7. Without hosting, a site does not exist on the internet.
How hosting works
Your site is a set of files and a database that must sit on a computer that is always on and connected: the server. When someone visits your domain, the DNS points to the server and hosting delivers the pages to the browser. Hosting quality directly affects speed, security and reliability.
Types of hosting
- Shared: several sites on the same server, cheap but slower.
- VPS/Cloud: dedicated, scalable resources, ideal for professional sites.
- Dedicated: a whole server for you, for high-traffic projects.
How to choose hosting
What counts is speed (SSD, servers near your users), guaranteed uptime, automatic backups, included SSL and responsive support. Slow hosting hurts SEO and conversions. Our cloud hosting starts at €29/month with SSL, backups and a CDN included.
Related terms: DNSCDNDatabase
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between hosting and a domain?
The domain is the site's address (the name), hosting is the server space where the site lives (the house). You need both: one to be found, the other to exist online.
How much does hosting cost?
Shared hosting starts at a few euros a month, professional cloud hosting from around €29/month. The price depends on the resources, performance, backups and support included.
Can I change hosting later?
Yes. A site can be migrated from one host to another by transferring files and the database, with care for DNS and propagation times to avoid downtime.