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Shared Hosting vs VPS
Cheapest start versus a slice of a server with full control.
Choose shared hosting for the lowest cost and the simplest setup, especially for small WordPress sites. Choose a VPS when you need predictable performance, custom software, or full root access — and you're comfortable operating a Linux server.
Shared hosting puts many sites on one server — cheap and easy. A VPS (Virtual Private Server) gives you a slice of a server with full control — cheap-ish and powerful. Pick by your comfort with running a server.
| Shared Hosting | VPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Lowest | Modest |
| Performance predictability | Variable (noisy neighbors) | Predictable |
| Control | Limited (cPanel-style) | Full root |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Moderate |
| Suitable for | Small WordPress sites, low-traffic blogs | Custom apps, mid-traffic sites, dev/test environments |
| Operations burden | Almost none | Real (updates, security, backups) |
Frequently asked questions
Can I run WordPress on a VPS?
Yes. It's faster than shared hosting and gives full control. Use a managed VPS or a control panel if you don't want to operate Linux directly.
Is managed VPS the best of both worlds?
Often yes — predictable performance with the host handling OS updates and security. Costs more than unmanaged.
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