You’ve decided that you are going to use WordPress to run your new website... but now what? The next decision you need to make is HOSTING. I’m not talking about your domain name, WordPress Hosting is used to better optimize, manage the performance, and the security needs of your website. Think of it as the library for the files on your website. WordPress Hosting will often automatically update your WordPress software as needed and has one-click installs to make getting started easy!

Managed WordPress Hosting is what is going to make your life even easier, especially for a small business owner. Time is money so why not spend your time doing something else when there is a service to help you manage your website more effectively. Managed WordPress Hosting typically provides faster speeds, staging sites, better security, website backup.

I recommend Flywheel to clients because of its easy to use interface, an extensive list of features and 24/7 customer service. This Managed WordPress Hosting platform is well worth the monthly fee. A few of its top features include:

Optimized Dashboard – It’s not a confusing, outdated C-Panel System. You get access to the intuitive, easy to use account control panel (this alone makes your life easier).
The ability to create staging sites (a site that is not connected to your domain yet) so you can build, design, and test until you are ready to launch.
Free Migrations if you are switching from a different host.
The ability to create and save WordPress website configurations for reuse.
The ability to set up automated WordPress website backups.
Managed WordPress Software Updates
Extra Security: They are there to help you - If your site does get hacked, we'll help clean it up, and provide suggestions on how to better protect your site from the ground up!
24/7 WordPress Experts on Standby – They do not disappoint. They offer several communication channels and very fast response times. I have found their support to be fast and extremely helpful. This is a must-have for someone trying to manage their site on their own!

As you can see there are a number of perks to using Flywheel for your managed WordPress Plan. Another thing that makes them stand out from other brands is that they ONLY host WordPress sites. This is their specialty, day in, and day out. There services and support team are all WordPress trained and focus….. how amazing is that??

Starting a website can seem overwhelming at first with so much vocabulary being thrown around, domain hosting, website platforms, WordPress hosting, server speeds. If you need help making the best decision for your business reach out to discuss your questions with Karin Wall at hello@karinwallcreative.com