Well, during our break from daily blogging I set up some WordPress websites. Unfortunately I found that there are some hosts that are just not worth a whole lot. First off let me say, if the web host you are looking at does not have cPanel, walk away. Even better RUN!!
This is an easy to use control panel that most hosts use. This allows you easy access to you website files and other functions.
Do not get free!
Free web hosts will place ads on your site and also be worth every cent you pay. A quality web host should run $5 to $15 a month. There are more expensive ones if you are expecting a massive website or multiple websites. For most companies starting online, all you need is the standard company.
What do they have?
If you want a WordPress website, you want them to mention installation, either free, easy, scripts or something. Should you want to build a website, look for a free website builder. Again you want the cPanel. They should allow you to add 100s if not unlimited web domains. Email should be offered as well.
Customer service
Is their contact information readily available? Will they speak your language? When are they available? Will they offer you a refund if you do not like their service? Will they help you if you have problems?
Reviews
The best web site hosting services are going to have very vocal fans and very vocal enemies. It is like cell phone service where people love the company or hate them. So it is personal choice.
FREE DOMAIN NAME WARNING
The best web hosts offer a free domain name. You should always get your first choice domain name from someone other than your web host. You can always get a variation, a dot net or something with the free domain name. The reason is, if you and your web host have a falling out, it may take a week or longer for them to give your domain name to you. Even worse, they could decide not to give it back at all. You can find stories about this with EVERY web hosting service.
Below are two hosts images here I recommend and I have worked with both.
~ MJ Schrader
Please note those are both affiliate links, which is what helps me provide valuable information to you.
