How to Host a Website

Hosting a website involves storing it on a server so others can access it.

Step 1: Choose a Hosting Type

  1. Shared Hosting: Budget-friendly but limited resources.
  2. VPS Hosting: More control and resources.
  3. Dedicated Hosting: High performance for large websites.
  4. Cloud Hosting: Scalable and flexible.

Step 2: Select a Hosting Provider

  • Popular providers include Bluehost, SiteGround, and HostGator.

Step 3: Register a Domain

  • Use registrars like GoDaddy or Namecheap to purchase a domain name.

Step 4: Upload Website Files

  1. Use cPanel or an FTP client like FileZilla.
  2. Place files in the “public_html” folder.

Step 5: Test the Website

  • Access your site through a browser to ensure it works.