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What is WordPress hosting?

WordPress hosting is a hosting plan prepared for WordPress, the most popular website builder. The server has the right PHP version, database and settings, and many plans install WordPress for you in one click.

What to look for

• One-click WordPress install
• Current PHP version and MySQL
• Free SSL certificate for https
• Daily backups
• Enough memory for plugins

Do I need special hosting?

WordPress runs fine on normal shared hosting for small sites. Choose a stronger plan, or a VPS, if you run an online shop, many plugins or have lots of visitors.

See our WordPress and web hosting plans.

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