The whole hosting thing can be a complete mine field. Incredibility difficult to navigate, as not all hosting companies give you a clear guide, so you can do simple comparison.
So we have created this page to help make an informed choice and see how ‘we dare to be different’. Giving a breakdown of all the elements and components required to create a successful online presence.
First thing first, you will need a domain name (see our domain guide). Some of our hosting packages comes with an included domain name* (included, not free, as it is bundled in with the price).
This then allows to have an allocated slot of your servers. Now it will be case of deciding what kind of website your want. I.E. Personal CV, Business Promotion, Blog/Vlog, or e-commerce/online shop.
Once you decided on what you want, let us help you pick the right hosting solution.
Deciding on the best platform can be a task in is self. Assuming you are going be employing a web designer, each will have a platform they prefer to use. We currently design most of our clients website on WordPress or Joomla. Mainly because it is easy for the client to edit and update once built.
Use our handy guide below to choose between Html (HyperText Markup Language) or CMS (Content Management System) to build you website.
Html5 (HyperText Markup Language) is the latest version of this coding language.
You have a great amount of freedom to design a website as you wish. However, it will require the most amount of coding experience or knowledge.
CMS (Content Management System) WordPress in very much gaining in popularity. Great for small to medium size websites.
WordPress is by far the best choice for bloggers/vlogginers due to the ease of use and uploading content on the go. May need extra paid plugins to add functionality.
CMS (Content Management System) Joomla is very similar to WordPress in design. Better for larger website due to speed the content loads.
Limited mobile connectivity if you want to Blog on the move. Like WordPress requires coding or paid plugins to add functionality to you site.
CMS (Content Management System) Drupal is by far the best choice for a larger corporate websites but requires great knowledge of coding.
Therefore, you my required a designer and some to help maintain your website.