What is shared web hosting?

Shared hosting means many websites run on the same server, sharing CPU, memory, and disk. The host manages the server, updates, and control panel software.

You get a simple way to publish a site without administering a server yourself.

Pros: low cost, easy setup, managed security patches, and one-click apps like WordPress. Cons: neighbors on the server can affect performance; less flexibility than VPS.

Blogs, brochures, small shops, and new projects usually fit shared plans. Upgrade when you need guaranteed resources, root access, or consistent high traffic.

Browse our catalog of shared web hosts with synced plan data and compare features before you choose a provider.

Start with the compare tool to line up Hostinger, Bluehost, SiteGround, and IONOS in one table.