There are so many different types of hosting that it can be tiring to have to make the right choice for your WordPress site, but at the same time, it just means that there are enough options, each with its own. specialties, which are likely to be suitable for your blog.

Personally, when it comes to WordPress, I think a Linux server is usually a better solution.

But when you don't have the expertise to set it up, yet want to make your life easier. Your main options are: shared hosting, Virtual Private Servers (VPS), dedicated servers andCloud hosting as well as the use of a content distribution network (CDN).

While WordPress technically works with each of these options, some are better than others especially when you have a specific project in mind.

Choosing the right one depends on mastering the differences between these solutions, their strengths and weaknesses in terms of performance, but also knowing how many blogs can run with them. So, we are going to offer you some things you need to know about these different solutions.

Shared Hosting

When a hosting company sets up a server that will host multiple websites, this practice is called shared hosting. It is an inexpensive type of hosting, designed specifically for resource-efficient websites.

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Benefits

Shared hosting (shared) may be a good option for some WordPress sites. Here are these advantages:

  • This is the most affordable choice, often starting at $ 5 per month
  • Server security and maintenance are handled for you
  • Most of the tools you need are already installed for you
  • Creating a site is easy and easier to use than other options.
  • If you ever have any issues on a shared hosting plan, you can contact your hosting company's support team and they can handle just about any question, which doesn't require you to have a special skill set. in development.

The inconvenients

While it's much easier to get started with shared hosting, there are also a lot of downsides:

  • Security is not guaranteed  - Since you don't know your neighbors (Those who share your server), they cannot always take the same security measures as you and if hacked it could compromise the whole server and everything on it, including your site. If you do not have a dedicated IP address, your site could be blacklisted, if the shared server IP address is banned by one of your neighbors (on the server).
  • You have limited access to settings  - With shared hosting, you often don't have root access, some files are hidden there and you may not be able to access advanced settings. For example, if you run out of PHP memory or want to traffic-proof your site, you won't be able to do this.
  • Your site shares important resources  - Since you are sharing the server with other users, it means that you will be sharing resources such as bandwidth. If those who share your server have more bandwidth than you, it could compromise the accessibility of your site since in the same server you often share the same bandwidth.
  • It's not unlimited  - Lots of hosting companies have packages "Unlimited" on their hosting plans that sounds like there is no cap on resource usage, but if you check their terms of service, it definitely isn't. In most cases, the hosting company can decide, if you are using too many resources on the server, to shut down your site.

When is the best solution?

While the downsides of shared hosting can be enough to redirect some users, in some cases this is the best option for your site. If you only need to install a few plugins and a few pages on your site while not expecting heavy traffic for a long time, then this might be the best solution for you.

For example, if you create a site to share some details about an upcoming wedding, such as the date, time and location, a site where you want to share updates via a blog to your family and your friends, shared hosting is really the best solution.

Since you won't expect a lot of traffic, you won't need a robust site in these situations, shared hosting is usually sufficient.

Virtual Private Servers (VPS)

As with shared hosting, you still share a server when you choose a VPS, but there are few users per server. If you still share resources, it must be said that in this situation there are a lot of resources for few people.

There are also two main types ofVPS hosting: managed and unmanaged.

Managed VPS (Managed) means that your hosting company takes care of a lot of the work that goes into maintaining the server, including security, setting up the necessary tools for your site, and setting up other necessary services for accommodation.

On the other hand, theVPS hosting « not managed Means that you are responsible for all of these areas and you probably won't have much help from your hosting's tech support if you have any issues.

VPS Servers

Benefits

There are many reasons to choose an insurance planVPS hosting:

  • You have more resources  - Since you rent more of the server, you will have access to a lot more resources.
  • You have access to all parameters  - In most cases you should have root access, you will be able to view all hidden files and have access to all settings. If there is something that you cannot access your hosting company is more likely to make an adjustment for you, unlike shared hosting.
  • It is much more scalable  - Most of the time you can update your plan if you find you need more resources without having to migrate your site to a new server as opposed to shared hosting which has a fixed limit.

In most cases, VPS hosting is still quite affordable, although, some offers are not as cheap as shared hosting. It's common to see a plan with an average of around $ 100 per month.

The inconvenients

Even though you have a lot more freedom, there are also a few important points you should consider before you get started:

  • Security is not always guaranteed  - Since you are still sharing a server, your site may still be affected by damage to other sites using the same server, especially if they get hacked.
  • You are still sharing a server  - Even if you share it with a lot less people, it justifies a certain limit in the resources, even if these are more important.
  • You can't always get help technical support, especially if you choose a plan not managed ».

When is the best solution?

If you want to run one or more sites, and each site needs to have multiple pages and plugins installed, VPS hosting is usually a good solution. If you also intend to have thousands of visitors per month, this is also a good plan. It's also spacious enough to work well as a multisite.

Dedicated servers

When you choose a dedicated server, you rent an entire server. You do not share it and you have full access to the resources. You can do just about anything you want.

Dedicated server

Benefits

There are many good reasons for choosing a dedicated server:

  • You do not share the server  - All resources are under your control. You can choose administrators, or even use it to sell accommodation.
  • Access to all parameters  - You have permanent and unlimited access to resources. You have full control over your site and server, including root access, all otherwise hidden files, and advanced settings.

The inconvenients

While a dedicated server brings a lot of freedom to your site, there are a few drawbacks:

  • You are solely responsible for your server  - If something goes wrong, it will be up to you to correct it.
  • It is not extensible  - The resources you get cannot be changed unless you migrate to a larger server. You cannot create more spaces, bandwidth, or other resources.
  • Very little affordable  - Dedicated servers are not as affordable as VPS hosting. You need to be prepared to spend over $ 100 per month and even up to $ 500 per month for large servers.

When is this a good solution?

Dedicated servers are a better option for sites that require more security and will use a lot of resources. It is also a good option for running a social media site with BuddyPress or bbPress. You can also create a multisite network without a problem, even if there are a lot of sites within a network.

Cloud and CDN Solutions

THEcloud hosting is different from other hosting solutions already covered because it is generally used to describe a cluster of servers rather than a single one. Content is also stored redundantly.

This means that if you suddenly need more resources, your site can be automatically migrated to have more resources. If you get a sudden spike in traffic, your site will not be unavailable due to lack of resources.

On the other hand, a content distribution network (CDN) uses servers located all over the world to store cached versions of your site so that it loads quickly for everyone no matter what country they are in and unlike a single server which is optimized to deliver the best only in the countries where it is located.

Cloud Hosting

Benefits

Cloud Hosting and CDN are even becoming the standard and for good reason:

  • Stretch  - If you suddenly need more resources or access to more bandwidth, you can automatically get it.
  • Flexible price - With cloud hosting you only pay for what you have actually used and many CDN companies have similar plans.
  • Redundancy and rapid deployment  - Your sites load faster and can be migrated automatically when more resources are needed, reducing " Down Time "(Break time) on your website. With cloud hosting, you also get the redundancy feature - you can clone your site to other environments to further reduce downtime.

The inconvenients

While there are many advantages to using Cloud and CDN hosting, there are a few disadvantages:

  • Security is not guaranteed for cloud hosting - Since you are still sharing resources, your site may be affected by what is happening on other sites using the cloud.
  • The CDN displays only static sites  - Most WordPress sites are dynamic so in most cases a CDN won't do much when it comes to speeding up your front-end, but the back-end speed will be significantly improved.
  • Long learning curve  - Cloud hosting is not an easy solution to set up and can often be difficult, even for advanced developers. CDNs are often incredibly easy to set up, but the navigation options can be a bit trickier when it comes to finding the right balance for dynamic WordPress sites.

When should you use it?

Almost all WordPress sites can benefit from a CDN. You can also consult Our CloudFlare review for more details about their free CDN service as well as some of the pros and cons of using a CDN. Larger WordPress sites or networks might choose accommodation Cloud.

That's all for this comparison of type of accommodation. Do not hesitate to contact us if you do not understand a type of accommodation.