What is web hosting? #
Every website is a set of files (pages, images and a database) that must be stored on a computer that is always on and connected to the internet at high speed. That computer is a server, and the space you rent on it for your site is hosting.
Hosting vs. domain #
The domain is the address (such as yourcompany.com) and hosting is the place where the website lives. You need both: register the domain, then point it to your hosting through nameservers. See what is a domain name?.
Hosting types at Hyyat Host #
| Type | Best for | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Business hosting ⭐ | Companies that rely on professional email ([email protected]) alongside their website, with larger mailboxes, more email accounts and more flexible management | Business hosting |
| Shared hosting | Personal and company websites and small stores, with cPanel, at the lowest cost | Shared hosting |
| WordPress hosting | WordPress sites, blogs and stores, tuned for speed | WordPress hosting |
| Saudi hosting | Sites targeting Saudi Arabia that need servers inside the Kingdom | Saudi hosting |
| Email hosting | Email only, without a website | Email hosting |
| VPS server | Large sites and apps that need dedicated resources and full root access | VPS plans |
Why companies choose business hosting for email #
Email is every company’s daily work tool. Business hosting is built for that: it hosts your website and email together, with larger mailboxes, more accounts for your staff and easy management from one panel, and it works with Outlook, mobile and webmail. If you only need email without a website, email hosting is a simpler option.
How to choose the right hosting #
- Need professional company email? Start with business hosting.
- Running WordPress? Choose WordPress hosting.
- Audience in Saudi Arabia? Saudi hosting is faster inside the Kingdom.
- Small site or new project? Shared hosting is enough, and you can upgrade later.
- High traffic or a custom app? Move to a VPS. See what is a VPS and how it differs from shared hosting.
What to check before buying hosting #
- Fast SSD or NVMe storage and clear specifications.
- An easy control panel such as cPanel.
- SSL for your site and regular backups.
- Support that answers in your language, 24/7.
- Upgrades without losing data.
See all hosting plans and prices on our hosting page.
