Shared hosting is a fantastic way to launch your website—cost-effective, easy to manage, and perfect for most personal sites and small businesses. But because you’re sharing resources, smart habits go a long way. Here’s how to get the most out of your shared hosting plan, especially with Tremhost in your corner.
1. Keep Your Website Lightweight
Why it matters:
The leaner your site, the faster it loads (and the less strain you put on shared resources).
How to do it:
- Optimize and compress images before uploading.
- Use only the plugins and themes you truly need—extra ones can slow things down.
- Regularly delete unused files, plugins, and themes.
2. Stay Updated and Secure
Why it matters:
Outdated software is an open door for hackers—especially on shared servers.
How to do it:
- Always update your CMS (like WordPress), plugins, and themes.
- Use strong, unique passwords for your hosting and email accounts.
- Activate Tremhost’s free SSL certificate for a secure, trusted connection.
3. Back Up Regularly
Why it matters:
Stuff happens. A backup means you’re never more than a few clicks away from restoring your site.
How to do it:
- Use Tremhost’s built-in backup tools, or install a backup plugin.
- Store a copy offsite (like on Google Drive or Dropbox) just in case.
4. Monitor Your Resource Usage
Why it matters:
Shared hosting gives you a slice of a bigger pie—knowing your limits prevents slowdowns or surprises.
How to do it:
- Check your usage stats from your Tremhost dashboard.
- Look for spikes in CPU, memory, or bandwidth—optimize your site if you’re getting close to limits.
- If your site is booming, talk to Tremhost about upgrading to VPS hosting (migration is free and stress-free!).
5. Use Email Wisely
Why it matters:
Shared hosting includes email, but abusing it (think mass marketing blasts) can get you flagged or even suspended.
How to do it:
- Send newsletters through dedicated email services (like Mailchimp).
- Keep attachments small.
- Regularly clean out your inbox to stay under storage limits.
6. Lean on Tremhost’s Real Human Support
Why it matters:
Tech can be tricky! With Tremhost, you get fast, friendly help from real people, not bots or endless tickets.
How to do it:
- Use WhatsApp or live chat whenever you have a question—our team responds in under 3 minutes, day or night.
- Get help in English, French, Swahili, Ndebele, or Shona—local expertise makes all the difference.
7. Read the Fair Use Policy
Why it matters:
“Unlimited” is generous, but every host sets boundaries to keep things fair for everyone.
How to do it:
- Review Tremhost’s fair use guidelines—our team is happy to explain anything that’s unclear.
- If you’re unsure about hosting specific files or apps, just ask. We’ll always give you a straight answer.
8. Plan for Growth
Why it matters:
If your site takes off (congrats!), you may outgrow shared hosting.
How to do it:
- Watch for slowdowns or repeated resource limit warnings.
- With Tremhost, upgrading is painless—we handle the migration, you focus on your business.
Bottom line:
Shared hosting is powerful when you use it right, and Tremhost gives you every tool (and a human support team!) to make the most of it. Build smart, stay secure, and never hesitate to reach out—we’re always here, rooting for your success.
