Website Hosting and Maintenance
Support Plan

Build – SUPPORT – Grow

I created our website security & maintenance plan to protect our clients sites.

Updates & Optimisation

Your site will be regularly updated, maintained, cleaned and running smooth and fast.

  • WordPress, theme monitored & updated
  • Site cleared and optimised weekly
  • Plugins monitored and updated
Monitoring & Protection

Your site is monitored and protected from spam, malware and other malicious internet forces.

  • Website protection
  • Daily scanning
  • Hackers & spam denied
Backups & Restore Points

Your site is backed up weekly in multiple locations and can be restored at any time.

  • Weekly website backups
  • On & off-site backup locations
  • Daily restore points

*** AS A BONUS ***

I offer to take care of any quick website updates you might have (up to 1hr) every month!

You’ll have the peace of mind knowing that your site is safe and that you have me in your corner for any quick updates or any issues you may have.

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Web Hosting from just £9 a month

Hosting & Maintenance from just £77 per month*

No contracts

or termination fees

I offer a discount

for multiple sites

Peace of mind

that your site is secure and up-to-date

*£97 a month for a site I didn’t build. I also reserve the right to propose an onboarding fee if your site needs additional work to bring it up to our standards for security and maintenance.

Build – SUPPORT – Grow

Your Questions Answered

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Our WordPress web hosting is a type of hosting specifically optimised for WordPress websites. It’s designed to provide the best possible performance, security, and compatibility for WordPress. Unlike regular hosting, WordPress hosting often includes features like:

  • Optimised Servers: Servers are configured specifically for WordPress, ensuring faster loading times and better performance.
  • Enhanced Security: WordPress hosting often includes security features like malware scanning, intrusion detection, and automatic updates to protect your website from threats.
  • Automatic Backups: Regular backups are essential for disaster recovery. WordPress hosting often automates this process.
  • Staging Environments: These allow you to test changes to your website before pushing them live, minimising the risk of errors.
  • WordPress-specific Support: You’ll receive support from experts who are knowledgeable about WordPress.

While you could technically run WordPress on any hosting, our specialised WordPress hosting makes managing your site significantly easier and often improves performance.

My WordPress web hosting service offers several key advantages:

  • Partnership with Guru: I leverage Guru’s robust and reliable infrastructure, known for its performance and uptime. This means your website will be hosted on top-tier servers.
  • Tailored Setup: I configure your hosting environment specifically for your website’s needs, optimising performance and security from the start. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach.
  • Performance Optimisation: I go beyond basic hosting by implementing caching mechanisms, CDNs (Content Delivery Networks), and other performance enhancements to ensure your website loads quickly for visitors, which is crucial for SEO and user experience.
  • Proactive Monitoring: I actively monitor your website’s performance and uptime, so I can address any issues quickly, often before you even notice them.
  • Personalised Support: As your web designer, I understand your website inside and out. I offer direct, personalised support, so you won’t have to deal with generic customer service representatives. You’ll be dealing with me directly.
  • Integrated Services: Hosting is seamlessly integrated with my design and maintenance services, simplifying management and providing a single point of contact for all your website needs.

My WordPress hosting packages vary to meet different needs, but generally include:

  • Storage: Sufficient disk space for your website files and databases. I can advise on the appropriate storage for your needs.
  • Bandwidth: The amount of data that can be transferred to and from your website. I offer various bandwidth allowances depending on your expected traffic.
  • SSL Certificates: Free SSL certificates to secure your website and ensure HTTPS, which is essential for security and SEO. (Some companies charge a fee for this)
  • Automatic Backups: Regular backups of your website files and databases, stored securely.
  • Staging Environment: A separate environment for testing changes before they go live.
  • WordPress Updates: Automatic updates of WordPress core software, plugins, and themes.
  • 24/7 Monitoring: Constant monitoring of your website’s uptime and performance.
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Guru is a leading web hosting provider known for its high-performance infrastructure, reliability, and excellent customer support. I partner with Guru because:

  • Reliable Infrastructure: Guru’s servers are built with cutting-edge technology and are housed in secure data centres, ensuring maximum uptime and performance.
  • Scalability: Guru’s platform can easily scale to accommodate your website’s growth, so you don’t have to worry about performance issues as your traffic increases.
  • Advanced Features: Guru offers a wide range of features, including caching mechanisms, CDNs, and security tools, which help me optimise your website’s performance and security.
  • Reputable Provider: Guru is a well-established and respected hosting provider, giving you peace of mind knowing your website is in good hands.

By leveraging Guru’s platform, I can provide you with a robust and reliable hosting experience.

My WordPress hosting costs vary depending on the package you choose. I offer different tiers based on storage, bandwidth, and other features. My pricing is transparent, with no hidden fees. I typically offer:

  • Monthly Plans: Pay on a month-to-month basis for maximum flexibility.
  • Annual Plans: Prepay for a year of hosting and receive a discount.

I can provide you with a detailed price list and explain the different payment options available.

WordPress maintenance is the ongoing process of keeping your WordPress website secure, up-to-date, and performing optimally. Think of it like regular servicing for your car – it prevents breakdowns and keeps everything running smoothly. Without regular maintenance, your website can become vulnerable to security threats, experience performance issues, or even break down completely. It’s crucial for:

  • Security: WordPress, like any software, can have vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit. Regular updates and security monitoring patch these holes.
  • Performance: Outdated software, bloated databases, and unoptimised images can slow down your website, leading to a poor user experience and lower search engine rankings.
  • Compatibility: WordPress, themes, and plugins are constantly being updated. Maintenance ensures everything works together seamlessly.
  • Uptime: Regular maintenance minimises the risk of your website going down due to technical issues.
  • Peace of Mind: Knowing your website is being looked after by professionals allows you to focus on your business.
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My maintenance plans offer different levels of support to suit various needs and budgets. While the specifics vary by plan, they generally include:

  • Core WordPress Updates: Keeping WordPress itself up-to-date with the latest security patches and features.
  • Plugin Updates: Updating all your WordPress plugins to maintain compatibility and security.
  • Theme Updates: Ensuring your theme is compatible with the latest WordPress version and has the latest security patches.
  • Security Scanning: Regularly scanning your website for malware, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity.
  • Uptime Monitoring: 24/7 monitoring of your website’s uptime, so I’m alerted immediately if there are any issues.
  • Backups: Regular backups of your website files and database, ensuring you can easily recover from any disaster.
  • Performance Optimisation: Optimising your website’s performance by cleaning up databases, optimising images, and implementing caching.
  • Security Hardening: Implementing security best practices to protect your website from common attacks.
  • Support: Providing support via email or phone for any WordPress-related questions or issues.

Regular backups are absolutely critical. They’re your safety net in case anything goes wrong with your website. Things like hacking, server crashes, or even accidental deletions can happen. With a recent backup, you can quickly restore your website to its previous state, minimising downtime and data loss. I perform regular backups and store them securely.

Getting started is easy! Simply go to my Contact page and I’ll then get in touch to discuss your requirements and get your website set up for hosting & maintenance.

Build – SUPPORT – Grow

what my clients are saying

Check out just a couple of my recent reviews from happy clients

Martin has recently redesigned our website as it just wasn’t really working for us and not getting much traffic, now not a day goes by where we don’t get an enquiry in through our website and we’re showing up in lots more Google searches thanks to the SEO work that Martin did for us. Martin took on board any requests/changes we had and worked with us to create the new site. Thank you Martin!

Kirsty & Paul Nunn – P Nunn Installations, Norwich

I first met Martin 2 years ago. Little did I know then that his knowledge and expertise would stay with me and mould how I present myself online way after our initial meetings. I often refer back to our discussions and I’m so thankful we were introduced. Not only does Martin continue to have a positive impact on my business in various different ways, he’s also an absolute star, a lovely chap and a pleasure to work with.

Clair Abrey – Sterling Virtual Assistant Services