The problem
Cheap hosting is expensive when it fails.
The invoice is small until the site goes down during a campaign, the SSL expires, or the backup turns out not to exist.
We set up hosting around the actual site: platform, traffic, storage, integrations and recovery needs. Then we monitor it, back it up and stay reachable when something looks wrong.
“A website is not a canvas. It is a working part of the business.”InsightDrive — point of view
What you get
A concrete scope.
- Managed hosting setup and migration
- SSL certificate and renewal
- Daily or scheduled backups
- Uptime and security monitoring
- Core, plugin and platform updates
- Staging environment for changes
- Performance and caching configuration
- Priority support for outages
The process
A clear run to launch.
Platform, traffic, storage, DNS, email and current risks.
Set up the new environment and migrate a copy for testing.
Forms, checkout, SSL, redirects, email and performance.
DNS cutover with a rollback plan, then 30 days of close monitoring.
Fit
Good work starts with a good fit.
This is for you if
- You do not want to manage servers or renewals.
- Your site has forms, payments or bookings.
- You need a human when something breaks.
- You want backups that are actually tested.
This is not for you if
- You need a custom cloud architecture.
- You want the cheapest possible shared plan.
- You have an in-house DevOps team.
- You need 24/7 phone support in every time zone.
Selected work
The proof is the site.
Questions
Reasonable things to ask.
What happens if the site goes down?+–
Monitoring alerts us first. We investigate, restore from backup if needed and keep you updated. Outage support is prioritised over routine requests.
Do you manage email?+–
We can configure DNS for email and coordinate with your provider. We do not run a business email service.
Can you host a site you did not build?+–
Yes, after an audit. We need admin access, a backup and a clear picture of plugins, custom code and integrations.
Is hosting included in care?+–
Hosting and care are separate line items so you can see what you are paying for. Many clients take both.