We offer various types of hosting, including shared hosting, virtual private servers (VPS), dedicated servers, and cloud hosting. Shared hosting is cost-effective and suitable for small websites, while VPS and dedicated hosting offer more resources and control for larger sites. Cloud hosting provides scalability, allowing your site to manage traffic fluctuations seamlessly. We help you determine the most suitable option based on your specific needs and budget.

• Premium quality UK based hosting
• Servers are based at the premium Blue Square data centres in the UK
• Expected uptime is an outstanding 99.95%

Our hosting services come with multiple security measures to ensure the safety of your website. This includes SSLcertificates to encrypt data transmitted between users and your website, robust firewalls to protect against unauthorized access, and regular security updates to software and server configurations. We also offer automated backups to prevent data loss and enable quick recovery in case of an incident. By implementing these security features, we help safeguard your website from potential threats and ensure peace of mind for you and your customers.

We’ve helped previous clients out with malware and virus removal from their websites and servers, as well as offering some practical tips and advice on how to prevent and recover from at attack. If your website or sever has been attacked we can diagnose and repair the problem and get you back online. If you’ve got an issue with your site give our friendly team a call and let us know what’s going on, we’ll come up with a plan to fix it. Don’t do anything drastic, since it could hurt your SEO. If attacks are dealt with in the right way it’s often possible to make a full recover with no lasting damage to your rankings. We can also help protect your site from future attacks with a range of hosting and maintenance plans that offer a number of security advantages, click here to learn more.

Customer support is a vital part of our hosting services. We provide 24/7 support through multiple channels, including live chat, email, and phone. Our dedicated support team is knowledgeable and ready to assist you with any questions or issues you may encounter, whether it’s related to server performance, technical difficulties, or account management. We pride ourselves on responsive and supportive service for all our clients.

Website hosting is a service that allows individuals and organisations to make their websites accessible on the internet. It involves storing website files, data, and resources on a server that can be accessed by users worldwide. Hosting providers ensure that your website remains online, loads quickly, and performs effectively for visitors.

Choosing the right hosting provider is crucial because it directly affects your website’s performance, security, and uptime. A reliable hosting provider ensures fast loading times and minimal downtime, which are vital for user experience and SEO. Additionally, good hosting services offer robust security measures to protect your data and features such as customer support, backup options, and scalability to accommodate future growth.

Uptime refers to the amount of time your website is operational and accessible on the internet. It is typically expressed as a percentage, with a higher percentage indicating better reliability. Uptime is crucial because frequent downtime can lead to lost traffic, reduced sales, and a negative impact on search engine rankings. We strive to provide high uptime guarantees, ensuring that your website remains available to users around the clock.

How a domain expires

Contrary to popular belief, domains do not expire when they say they do. If the owner of a domain does not renew by the expiration date of the domain, the domain goes into “expired” status. For 40 days, the domain is in a grace period where all services are shut off, but the domain owner may still renew the domain for a standard renewal fee. If a domain enters this period, it is a good first indicator that it may not be renewed, but since the owner can re-register without penalty, it can also just be a sign of laziness or procrastination. After 40 days are up, the domain’s status changes to “redemption period”. During this phase, all WhoIs information begins disappearing, and more importantly, it now costs the owner an additional fee to re-activate and re-register the domain. The fee is currently around $100, depending on your registrar. When a domain enters its redemption period, it’s a good bet the owner has decided not to renew.Finally, after the redemption period, the domain’s status will change to “locked” as it enters the deletion phase. The deletion phase is 5 days long, and on the last day between 11am and 2pm Pacific time, the name will officially drop from the ICANN database and will be available for registration by anybody.The entire process ends exactly 75 days after the listed expiration date.

It’s unfortunate that one of the side effects of getting more exposure across the internet, is that your website will become more valuable and attractive to hackers.

• If you notice your website has been hacked please get in touch via email or phone, and your website will be restored from a daily backup of the day before your site was hacked.

Why do hackers hack websites?

1. Some do it just to prove they can, similar to graffiti artists tagging public places with their signature
2. Some do it to place links on your website that link back to their websites. Google may pass some authority from your website to their website through the link. If we react quickly and restore your website back to normal, it’s likely Google wont even notice.
3. Some do it to try to damage the reputation of your business – and may have been paid to hack your website by one of your competitors.

How can we stop them?

1. Strong passwords, for your website CMS login and hosting login are setup for you as standard
2. If you change your password, make sure it is strong and contains upper and lower case letters and numbers
3. Your website CMS is regularly updated and security patches are applied on your behalf

However it is very difficult to create and maintain a 100% secure website – so you should be aware that its impossible for us to guarantee your site will never experience a security compromise.Enhanced / upgraded security hosting packagesIf you are very concerned about this happening, or if your website is mission critical, we can provide an advanced hosting package that has higher security and cloud redundancy, please enquire about prices ranging from £20 per month.

We will always try to help our clients where possible and have dug some of them out of some rather sticky situations with their previous websites. Please bear in mind however that if you have worked with another company for your current or former website they may have various terms and conditions that prevent anyone but you from accessing or controlling it. We’ll do what we can, we should at least be able to point you in the right direction.

• Plans start from £20 per year for very small websites. The main factor is the storage space required for your site on the server.
• Standard CMS websites require the 200mb package to start, which gives you around 100mb for pictures + emails and this costs £40 per year.

Determining the right type of hosting depends on several factors, including the size of your website, the amount of traffic you expect, and your specific performance requirements. During our initial consultation, we assess your business needs and goals to recommend the most appropriate hosting solution for you. We guide you through the benefits and limitations of each option, helping you make an informed decision.

Once you choose our hosting services, we provide you with access to a user-friendly control panel that allows you to manage your hosting account easily. Through the control panel, you can monitor site performance, manage domains, set up email accounts, and access support resources. We also offer assistance to guide you through any advanced features or settings, ensuring that you feel confident managing your hosting environment.

To get started with our website hosting services, simply reach out to us to discuss your needs. We’ll evaluate what you’re looking for in a hosting provider and recommend the best plan based on your specific requirements. After selecting a plan, we’ll guide you through the sign-up process and help set everything up, ensuring you’re ready to go online without any hassle.

Yes, we offer seamless migration services to transfer your existing website to our hosting environment. Our team ensures that the migration process is smooth and efficient, minimising downtime during the transition. We handle all aspects of the migration, including data transfer and configuration adjustments, so that you can focus on your business without worrying about technical challenges.

You are most welcome to, you’ll be given the keys to the castle as soon as we’re done.