For one or a few normal websites, cPanel web hosting is the right start. Pick the plan by how many websites you want to host. You can upgrade later.
Quick answer
| You want to… | Choose |
|---|---|
| Put one website online: a blog, a portfolio, a small business site | Web Hosting, plan Starter S |
| Host a few websites, or one site that's growing | Web Hosting, plan Premium M or Advanced L |
| Run a WordPress site and keep the setup simple | WordPress Hosting or any Web Hosting plan |
| Run a busier business site or online shop | Business Hosting |
| Sell hosting to your own clients | Reseller Hosting |
| Install your own software with full root access | VPS Hosting or Cloud Servers |
The Web Hosting plans
All Web Hosting plans run on cPanel, include email on your own domain, a free SSL certificate and free website migration. The main difference is how many websites you can host:
| Plan | Websites |
|---|---|
| Starter S (cP) | 1 |
| Premium M (cP) | 5 |
| Advanced L (cP) | 10 |
| Business P (cP) | 15 |
Storage, backups and prices are listed on each plan in the store. Open my.elyspace.com/store/web-hosting to compare them side by side.
How to decide
- Start small. A new website rarely needs more than Starter S. When it grows, you can move to a bigger plan without moving your files. See Upgrade or downgrade your hosting plan.
- Count your domains. If you already know you'll run a second or third site, take the plan that fits them from the start.
- Choose the billing cycle. You can pay monthly or for 1, 2 or 3 years. The longer terms cost less per month, and with 12 months or more your plan includes a domain for the first year (see the Terms of Service for the extensions).
- Choose the server location close to most of your visitors. You pick it during the order.
Not sure? Ask in the chat on elyspace.com, ask Ask AI in the client area, or open a ticket in Sales Support. Tell us what you're putting online and we'll suggest a plan. To compare all product types, see ElySpace products and services explained.
Common questions
Can I try a plan without risk?
Shared and business hosting have a 30-day money-back guarantee for first-time accounts. The 30 days start when your account is activated. Domain costs are deducted and setup fees aren't refunded.
Do I need a domain first?
No. You can register a new domain with your hosting, transfer one, or use a domain you already have elsewhere. The order form asks you.
Related articles
- Buy web hosting step by step
- ElySpace products and services explained
- Upgrade or downgrade your hosting plan
- Move your website to ElySpace (free migration)
Still stuck? Open a support ticket and we'll help.