Creating your web hosting account

Creating your web hosting account

Most web hosts have multiple plans that you can choose. The trick is to choose a web hosting plan that provides you the features you actually need, without choosing a plan that offers you the features you do not need, or maybe never use. This is probably the hardest thing a novice will face when choosing a web host. You will need to choose a plan that balances well between what you need now and what you may need a month or two on the road. Your site can stay the same size as it is today, next year; However, your site can grow quickly, requiring additional resources in a relatively short period of time.

Check with your web designer and your potential new host on these issues. Ask yourself potential host if it is it is easy to upgrade your account if you need additional services. Ask if there are additional fees if you upgrade your account.

The last thing you should do before signing up for a web hosting account is to read your host's AUP (Acceptable Use Policy), and / or their TOS (Terms of Service) and / or their SLA (Service Level Agreement). Make sure you understand and agree with the policies of your new host, and your site does not break the rules and regulations of your new host. By not checking contracts with your new host, you can find your website and email shut down without notice for violating a rule that you not aware, or you could end up paying for the costs you did not know that you were responsible.

Most hosting sites you need to sign up for a hosting account using your credit or debit card. Some web hosts offer online check payment, and payments of paper checks. Many web hosts accept PayPal. You may want to ask if your host offers discounts for early payment. Some hosts offer substantial discounts if you prepay a year in advance. I do not recommend until after you've had time to enjoy the level of your new host service and support.

Above all, do not rush into signing. Wait until you get all your questions answered to your satisfaction.

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