Web Hosting Services
A high performance web hosting service is absolutely essential for an effective internet presence. We recognize that downtime is not an option for your servers, therefore we have spent many months researching hosting technologies and companies. Our conclusion is this: the small hosts simply do not have the 'juice' to provide maximum reliability, fast load times, and comprehensive advanced features. This is why we have partnered with one of the highest rated hosting companies in the industry to offer our customers state of the art performance.
What is Web Hosting?
Web site hosting is 'renting' space on a server computer that has large bandwidth connections to the internet. Your web site is uploaded to the server computer and from there it is 'served' to anyone accessing your domain name with an internet connection. The reliability and speed with which your web site is served to the public is directly related to your hosting company's hardware, software, staff, facilities, and internet connections.
Pricing
We currently provide web hosting services only on sites that we have developed. Restricting our hosting services to our design clients only, helps us maintain control over the server load and content, which ultimately results in better hosting performance.
Prices for our web hosting service starts at $120 per year. This allows enough storage and bandwidth for most small to medium sized sites. Pricing for large sites is based on estimated storage and bandwidth requirements.
Why host with Gray Space Design?
There are advantages to having your web site designed and hosting by one company. When you have a question, or if a problem arises, there is only one number to call. We answer all of your web site related questions, and we swiftly solve any problems that may arise. Service is our main concern: it is the reason that our customers remain loyal.
You can, of course, choose not to use our hosting services. We will happily work the host of your choice.
Gray Space Design Recommended Hosting Companies
Should you choose to host your website with a different company, here are two choices that we highly recommend. Both Bluehost and Site5 offer great hosting plans and customer service at a great value. We have worked successfully with both companies, and when you have a question, they actually answer the telephone!
Domain Names
Always purchase your domain yourself from a large, recognized domain name registrar. Don't let a hosting company, web designer, or any other third party register your domain name for you. This ensures that you maintain full control over your domain name. Here are some suggested domain name registrars.
- Godaddy www.godaddy.com
- Register.com www.register.com
- NetworkSolutions www.networksolutions.com
- Yahoo.com www.yahoo.com
It's a good idea to purchase your domain name and hosting services from two different companies. This avoids any conflict of interest in case you ever choose to change hosting companies.
The Bottom Line
The bottom line is that you can expect reliability, high performance, ease of use, and superior customer service. Please feel free to call us at (760) 553-2529 or send an email to info@grayspacedesign.com with any questions concerning our web hosting services.
