What is Web Hosting?

f this is your first time building a website, then you might not know what web hosting actually is. Here’s a quick breakdown.

When you create a website, you essentially create a bunch of different files. These files need to be stored somewhere in order to be accessible on the Internet. You pay a hosting provider to “host” these files for you on one of their servers. This is the monthly fee that you’ll pay to a hosting company.

Why is web hosting important?

Web hosting companies are responsible for maintaining and keeping their servers running 24/7, ensuring great performance for the websites they host. For online business owners, having a site with outstanding uptime can help maximize sales and improve user experience.

Additionally, using a web hosting service can improve a site’s search engine optimization (SEO(opens in new tab)). The web host you choose can affect your site speed, one of the critical factors when search engines like Google rank web pages.

Purchasing a web hosting plan is also more efficient than having an in-house dedicated server – website owners won’t need to spend time maintaining physical hardware or spend money to hire a developer.