Hosting guide
How to choose shared web hosting
Published 2026-07-06
Start with your site needs
Shared hosting fits blogs, small business sites, and portfolios. List how many websites you need, expected traffic, and whether you need email or WordPress.
If you expect heavy traffic or custom server config, consider VPS later — but most new sites start on shared plans.
Compare intro price and renewal price
Hosts advertise low intro rates for the first term. Renewal prices are often higher. On Paas24 you can see both side by side for each plan.
Budget for the renewal rate if you plan to keep the site for more than one year.
Check storage, bandwidth, and SSL
Modern shared plans usually include free SSL. Compare storage limits and whether bandwidth is unmetered or capped.
Free domain offers are common on the first year — confirm whether renewal includes the domain.
Use side-by-side comparison
Add up to four hosts on Paas24 and compare plans, money-back guarantees, and features in one table before you click through to sign up.