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WordPress vs Standard Hosting

What's the difference and how to choose?

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WordPress hosting is specially optimized for WordPress, while standard hosting is suitable for any type of website.

WordPress Hosting

Specific Features

  • ✅ Pre-installed WordPress
  • ✅ Optimized WordPress cache
  • ✅ Automatic updates
  • ✅ Enhanced WordPress security
Perfect for:
  • ? WordPress sites exclusively
  • ? WordPress beginners
  • ? Blogs and showcase sites

Standard Hosting

Flexible and Versatile

Our standard hosting offers the flexibility to host any type of website, with the freedom to install and configure software as you need.

Perfect for:
  • ? Custom web applications
  • ? Developers and agencies
  • ? E-commerce and large websites

Technical Comparison

Features WordPress Hosting Standard Hosting
Optimized for WordPress
Pre-installed WordPress
Custom Software Installation
Automatic Backups Optional

Performance and Optimization

Optimized WordPress Configuration

/* Optimized wp-config.php */
define('WP_CACHE', true);
define('DISABLE_WP_CRON', true);
define('WP_POST_REVISIONS', 5);
define('EMPTY_TRASH_DAYS', 7);
  • ✨ PHP OPcache enabled
  • ? Gzip compression preconfigured
  • ⚡ Browser caching optimized

Standard Configuration

/* Manual configuration required */
// Standard PHP configuration
// Cache needs manual setup
// Optimizations to be done manually
  • ? Manual cache configuration
  • ? Customizable PHP settings
  • ?️ Configuration freedom

Use Case Scenarios

? Personal Blog

Optimized WordPress

Why? Quick installation, automatic maintenance, optimal performance for blogging.

? E-commerce

WordPress Optimized + WooCommerce

Why? Optimized e-commerce cache, SSL configured, optimized for WooCommerce.

? Custom Site

Standard Hosting

Why? Total flexibility, multiple technologies, custom configurations.

Migration Tips

  1. Back up your current site
  2. Export your database
  3. Transfer your files
  4. Update DNS settings
Pro Tip: Always test migration on a subdomain before switching your main site.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

WordPress hosting is specifically optimized for WordPress sites, offering 1-click installations, automatic updates, and enhanced security. Standard hosting is more versatile and can host any type of website.

No, WordPress hosting is exclusively for WordPress sites. For other CMS or applications, you'll need standard hosting.

We offer 24/7 support for all our customers, with specialized assistance for WordPress users via live chat, email, and phone.

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WordPress Optimized

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From $4.99/month

Standard Hosting

Maximum flexibility for any web project

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From $2.99/month

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I install WordPress on standard hosting?

Yes, absolutely! WordPress can be installed on any standard web hosting that supports PHP and MySQL. The difference lies in optimization:

  • ✓ Standard hosting: Manual installation via Softaculous or FTP
  • ✓ WordPress hosting: Pre-installed and pre-configured
What's the price difference?

The price difference is minimal but justified:

Standard: From $2.99/month
WordPress: From $3.99/month
Difference: ~$1/month for optimizations and specialized support
Can I migrate between hosting types?

Yes, migration is simple and often free:

  • Standard → WordPress: Automatic migration available
  • WordPress → Standard: Standard export/import
Our team can assist you for free
Is WordPress hosting limited to WordPress only?

Yes, that's the main limitation:

WordPress: Optimized only for WordPress
Standard: Supports WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Laravel, etc.
Which option for an e-commerce site (WooCommerce)?

WordPress hosting recommended!

Reasons:

  • ✓ Optimized WooCommerce cache
  • ✓ Secure transaction support
  • ✓ Guaranteed performance even with large catalog
  • ✓ Daily product data backups
Are updates automatic?

It depends on the hosting type:

WordPress Hosting:
  • ✓ Automatic WordPress updates
  • ✓ Plugin security updates
  • ✓ Notifications before major updates
Standard Hosting:
  • ⚠️ Manual updates
  • ⚠️ You manage plugins
Can I have multiple sites on one hosting?

Yes, depending on the chosen plan:

Plan Sites Type
Starter 1 site WP or Standard
Business 5 sites WP or Standard
Pro Unlimited WP or Standard
What's the average loading speed?

Real performance tests:

1.2s
WordPress Optimized
2.1s
Standard + WP

Tests performed on a standard 10-page WordPress site

Is technical support different?

Yes, the level of specialization varies:

WordPress Support:
  • ✓ Certified WordPress experts
  • ✓ Plugin/theme assistance
  • ✓ Personalized optimizations
  • ✓ Priority support
Standard Support:
  • ✓ General hosting support
  • ✓ CMS installation help
  • ✓ 24/7 support
Money-back guarantee?

Yes, 30-day money-back guarantee!

Try risk-free for 30 days
  • ✓ Full refund within 30 days
  • ✓ No questions asked
  • ✓ Simple and fast procedure

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