What to Look for in a Web Host ?

[24x7servermanag]

Here are points which you should check for the web host -

1. 24X7 support service
2. Quality support
3. Best technical resolution of the queries
4. Minimum server downtime
5. Maximum server uptime.
6. Proper security and firewall setup.
7. Affordable cost

[techsophia]

Hello

1. Know your hosting needs.
2. Investigate on host reliability and uptime guarantees.
3. Study web host upgrading options.
4. Check all hosting features (such as number of addon domains allowed) based on your needs.
5. Check prices on both sign up and renewal.
6. Check hosting control panel.
7. Read hosting company’s ToS to find out more about account suspension and server usage policy.
8. Other supporting features (ie. site backup, environmental friendliness, etc)

Hope it helps you

[harry_v]

The main points you should look before selecting a webhosting provider are.
1. Do they provide uptime guarantee with SLA.
2. Moneyback period
3. 24/7 support (atleast 2 medium like tickets and chat)
4. Backup policy (Do they provide free backup)
5. Complimentary services
6. What kind of features are provided and at what price. (Don't go for unlimited as it is not required most of time).

[Mafia Host]

i believe customers should look for the following; quality support, free ddos protection and ssl's, disk space, bandwidth and the reputation of a company. I think all hosting companies should go above and beyond to build a relationship with the client and provide extradonity support

[James-A]

Finding the right web host can be challenging, yet it is crucial that the company you go with and the package you choose are right for your business - not just for now but as you grow.

While choosing web host you need to consider following important factors of web host.

• Security and reliability
• Customer Service
• Server Software
• Internet Connection used by host
• Speed

So to help you, know the checklist of essential web hosting services that you should look for. Hopefully, this post will have given you a detailed insight into the hosting features that many businesses will need. Remember, when choosing a host or package, not just to think of your present requirements but also what you’ll need in the future.

[stubcreator]

1. Amount of Storage
2. Amount of Bandwidth
3. Number of Domains and Subdomains
4. Email Accounts and Features
5. Database Support
6. Framework Support and Easy-Install
7. Mobile App or Website
8. Tech Support
9. Shell Access
10. .htaccess Files
11. Cron Jobs
12. Language Support
13. Free AdWords
14. Site Backup
15. Choice of OS
16. Extra Applications
17. Up-to-Date-ness
18. Up-Time
19. Free Domain

[ram.sh]

Before choosing a web hosting provider, you need to check the following:

Security
Reliability
Customer Support
Technical Support
Speed
Bandwidth