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Backup Manager, Set It and Forget It

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

No matter what you’re doing with your hosting account, you need a solid and reliable way to manage backups. Plain and simple, the success or failure of your site over the long term depends upon backups.

My Website Crashed – Now What?

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

It finally happened: your website went down and you’re freaking out because you don’t know what to do or even if you have a recent website backup. Don’t worry, we’re here to help! We’re going to go over some of the common issues that cause a website to crash, what to do, and how to be better prepared if it happens again.

Must-Have Tools for your Business Website

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

Plugins, hosting plan, website backup tool. What do all of these have in common? They are must-have tools if you have a website for your business. Having a website for your business isn’t something to take lightly.

Getting Members On Your WordPress Hosting

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

Why should you open your site for member registration?

Well, membership registration is there by default. All you need to do is enable it. But “just because it’s there” is a horrible reason to do something.

Can My WordPress Website Handle Heavy Traffic?

Updated on February 19, 2026 Shay Bravo

Getting heavy traffic on your website may sound great, but it can actually be detrimental to your website’s overall success. Whether your WordPress website is hosted on a Shared server or utilizing Virtual Dedicated Server Hosting, spikes in traffic can lead to issues with load times.

Do You Need To Know HTML For WordPress Hosting?

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

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We’re often asked about the importance of HTML coding knowledge when it comes to managing WordPress Hosting. Is all knowledge valuable? Or, can you scrape by completely without any coding skills?

Business Hosting and Classic Web Tools

Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor

Our entire hosting fleet gets faster and more efficient every day thanks to the diligence of our system admins.

This also means our venerable and highly affordable Business Hosting class also gets faster and more efficient.

What is WHM on VPS?

Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor

If you use your VPS for hosting websites, then you may want to consider using WebHost Manager (WHM). It’s important to make sure that your website runs smoothly and that its maintenance and upkeep doesn’t take on a life of its own. After all, you want to have a life outside of running the site, right?

Why Having a SUPER Landing Page is Important

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

Looking for the best WordPress landing page builder? Look no further!

Website Builder can help you create the perfect landing page for your business. The unique site builder is an extension of WordPress, meaning you can use it to build or modify your website without using code – and that same functionality makes it perfect for building a professional-looking and effective landing page.

How To Create a Website With No Experience

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

There’s no need to get discouraged with the task of building a website. It’s true, there’s a lot to know if you want to build a site from scratch.

But these days you don’t need to start from scratch. You can actually build a beautiful site quickly and easily with no coding experience.

Why WordPress Hosting is Better Than Using Wix or Squarespace

Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor

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If you’re building your first website, you may be wondering if you should use a WordPress hosting service or a website builder like Wix or Squarespace. It can be a tough decision – WordPress has been the gold standard for years, but other builders are quickly rising in popularity.

What Exactly Is Managed Hosting?

Updated on April 8, 2026 InMotion Hosting

Managed hosting means your provider takes care of server updates, security, and performance so you don’t have to. It’s ideal for agencies, marketing teams, and business owners who value time, reliability, and growth. With expert support and proactive management, you get fast, secure hosting that scales with your needs without the technical headaches of running servers yourself.

It’s Time to Upgrade Your PHP Version For WordPress

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

If you’re not familiar with it, PHP is the background scripting language that powers WordPress.

And if you want the fastest and most secure WordPress on the market, you need to be on the latest and greatest PHP version.

Where Should I Buy a Domain Name?

Updated on July 7, 2025 InMotion Hosting

Where can you buy a domain name? If you find yourself wondering that, you’re not alone. Many business owners don’t know where to buy a domain name, or even what a domain name is.

We’re going to lay the whole process out for you from start to finish. By the end, you’ll not only understand what a domain name is and why you need one, but you’ll know how to find the best deal (and avoid getting scammed into a shady contract).

What Is the Most Affordable Hosting Option?

Updated on January 23, 2024 Guest Contributor

VPS hosting, cloud hosting and shared hosting providers–when deciding what form of web hosting service to purchase, the first thing you should ask is, what type of an online presence will your business have?