Website Hosting 101
What is hosting? This question gets asked a lot and we have an answer. Simply put, website hosting is the process of renting space on the World Wide Web to house a website. Every website you’ve ever visited is hosted. A hosting company, allots space on a server for a website to keep its files. Code, photos, and other website-related assets are made internet accessible through web hosting.
What is a server? A server is a computer that connects other online users to your website. Web hosting service providers, have the servers, connection, and related services needed to host websites. They cater to a wide range of hosting requirements, from small blogs to huge enterprises, by providing a selection of hosting options.
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What type of Hosting is for you?
Economy Hosting
Great for most WordPress sites.
Pro-Hosting
Great for higher traffic sites
eCommerce Hosting
Hosting for online stores of all sizes.
Dedicated Hosting
When you need full control
Common Questions About Website Hosting
Yes. You can keep your existing domain name when moving your website hosting to GM Web Services.
Yes. GM Web Services’ website hosting includes backups, WordPress updates, and ongoing website maintenance to help keep your site secure, current, and running smoothly.
You can contact our in-house team for technical support. Unlike hosting companies that rely heavily on online support tickets or overseas call centers, GM Web Services provides local support from our Wilmington, NC office.
Yes. GM Web Services offers scalable hosting options for different website needs, from standard WordPress sites to higher-traffic websites, eCommerce stores, and dedicated hosting. We can help determine which hosting solution fits your current needs and adjust as those needs grow.
Yes. GM Web Services can host websites even if they were originally built by another developer or company.
Yes. Backups help protect your website and make recovery easier if an unexpected issue occurs.
We can help configure SSL certificates so your website uses a secure HTTPS connection.
Yes. We can identify performance issues related to hosting, images, plugins, code, or caching and recommend improvements.
We offer hosting solutions designed for business websites, WordPress websites, eCommerce stores, and higher-traffic websites.
Hosting requirements vary by project. We can host your website or work with your existing hosting provider.


