Hosting plans can look similar from the outside. Before buying, check what the website actually needs and what is included in the plan.
Know the Website Type
A static brochure site, WordPress blog, WooCommerce shop, booking system, and custom application all have different needs. Start with the software, not the marketing label.
Check Email Requirements
Will email be hosted with the website, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or another provider? Make sure the plan and DNS setup support that choice.
Ask About Backups
Find out what is backed up, how often, how long backups are kept, and how restores work. Take manual backups before major changes even if automatic backups exist.
Look at Support
Support quality matters more when something breaks. Check how to contact support, what they help with, and whether they understand the platform you plan to run.
Plan for Growth
You do not need to overbuy on day one, but you should know the upgrade path. Moving from shared hosting to VPS should be a plan, not a panic.
If you are unsure which TekLan plan fits, tell us what you are building and we will recommend the simplest suitable option.
Quick Plan Matching
Choose shared web hosting for brochure sites, small WordPress sites, portfolios, charity sites, and normal business email. It is the simplest starting point and keeps costs predictable.
Choose application hosting for WooCommerce, membership sites, booking systems, Laravel apps, and sites that need more predictable resources or SSH access. Choose VPS hosting only when you need root access or custom server software.
Agencies and freelancers managing multiple client sites should compare reseller hosting, especially if they want private nameservers and white-label client accounts.
Questions Worth Asking Before Checkout
- Can I change PHP version per site?
- Are backups automatic, and can individual files or databases be restored?
- Will email stay with the hosting account or a separate provider?
- Is there a clean upgrade path if traffic grows?
- Can support help with migration and DNS checks?
For a deeper comparison, read shared hosting vs VPS and when to upgrade from shared hosting.
