Choose a domain and hosting plan
Your domain is the address people visit. Your hosting plan provides the environment where the website runs. Choose a hosting type that fits the software and resources your site needs.
Publish the website
Upload or deploy the site to the hosting account. If you are using a content management system such as WordPress, follow the host's installation process or migrate your existing site.
Connect the domain and test
Point the domain to the hosting provider, enable HTTPS, and test important pages, forms, images, and links before sending visitors to the site.
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How we approach hosting recommendations
We focus on the website, the hosting plan, and the tradeoffs that matter to the buyer. Hosting products and prices can change, so confirm current commercial details with the provider before purchasing.