WordPress hosting is web hosting set up for one job: running WordPress well. WordPress powers a large share of all websites, from small blogs to big company sites. Because it is so common, many hosts offer plans tuned for it. But do you really need a special plan, or will normal hosting do?
What is WordPress hosting?
Such a plan is usually shared or cloud hosting with extra tools for WordPress. The server is set up for PHP and MySQL, which WordPress needs, and the plan adds features that save you time:
- WordPress comes pre-installed, so your site is ready in minutes.
- WordPress core, themes and plugins can update automatically.
- Caching tools make pages load faster.
- A manager such as WP Toolkit lets you handle updates, security settings and copies of your site from one screen.
How it differs from normal shared hosting
You can install WordPress on almost any shared hosting plan with a one-click installer. The difference is in the extras and in the tuning. With normal shared hosting you manage updates and caching yourself. With a WordPress plan more of that work is done for you, and the server settings are chosen with WordPress in mind.
If you want to learn about shared hosting first, read Shared Hosting Explained.
When you need WordPress hosting
A WordPress plan is a good choice when:
- Your site is built on WordPress or WooCommerce.
- You do not want to manage updates and caching by hand.
- Speed matters, for example for a shop or a blog that lives from search traffic.
- You manage several WordPress sites and want one place to control them.
When normal hosting is enough
If your site is not built on WordPress, you do not need a WordPress plan. A static site, a site built with another system or a simple landing page runs well on shared hosting. The same is true if you are comfortable updating WordPress yourself and your site is small.
Keep WordPress secure
A good WordPress plan helps, but security is also about habits. Update often, use strong passwords and two-factor login, and delete plugins you do not use. Our WordPress security checklist lists twelve simple steps. Before big updates, test them on a copy of your site, as explained in Why You Need a Staging Site.
WordPress hosting at HostiGuard
Our WordPress plans list WordPress pre-installed, WP Toolkit and automatic updates for WordPress core, plugins and themes. Each plan page shows its storage, resources and the number of websites it allows. Plans include free SSL certificates, and support answers by live chat, e-mail and tickets in English, Arabic and French.
New hosting plans have a 14-day money-back period under our Refund Policy. If your WordPress site is hosted elsewhere, our team can move it for free.
Frequently asked questions
Is WordPress hosting faster than shared hosting?
It can be, thanks to caching and server settings made for WordPress. Your theme, plugins and images still matter a lot, so keep them light.
Can I move an existing WordPress site to a WordPress plan?
Yes. You copy the files and the database to the new host and point your domain to it. Many hosts, including us, can do it for you.
Does a WordPress plan include the domain?
The domain is a separate product, even when you buy it from the same company. Read Domain and Hosting From the Same Company to decide where to register it.
