Web Hosting
Keeping your website online, secure, and running at full speed
Based in the UK, serving businesses worldwide
What is Website Hosting?
Every website needs somewhere to "live" online. Hosting is the space on a server where all your site's files are stored, so anyone can access it from anywhere in the world.
Think of it like this:
Your Website
Is your shop.
Your Domain
Is the sign above the door.
Hosting
Is the building your shop sits in.
If the building is strong, secure, and easy to get to, your customers will have a great experience. If it's unstable or hard to reach, they'll leave before they ever step inside.
For small businesses, this means choosing hosting that is fast, secure and reliable. So you’re not just online, you’re competitive.
Why Hosting Quality Matters
Not all hosting is the same. The quality of your hosting directly affects:
Speed
A high-performance server delivers your site instantly. A slow one makes visitors wait, which can cost you customers and harm your Google rankings.
Reliability
Strong hosting keeps your site online 24/7, so you don't lose business to downtime.
Security
Quality hosting includes firewalls, SSL encryption, and malware protection to keep your site safe.
Search Rankings
Google rewards fast, secure websites. Choosing SEO-friendly hosting can help you climb higher in search results.
Hosting and Page Speed
Your website's code plays a huge role in speed, but hosting is the foundation. Even a perfectly built site can feel slow if it's sitting on poor-quality hosting.
Faster hosting means:
- Quicker load times, especially for visitors on mobile devices
- Lower bounce rates (fewer people leaving before the page loads)
- Better chances of appearing higher in Google search results
Why SemDev Uses Netlify for Hosting
All SemDev websites are hosted on Netlify, a modern hosting platform trusted by top developers worldwide.
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Ultra-Fast Content Delivery
Your site is stored on multiple servers around the world, so visitors connect to the one closest to them for lightning-fast loading.
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Automatic Backups & Version Control
Your site is always backed up and can be restored instantly if needed.
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Free SSL Security
Every site comes with a secure HTTPS connection for customer trust.
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Built-In Performance Optimisation
Netlify automatically delivers your site from the nearest server, compresses files, and caches content so pages load quickly without you lifting a finger.
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99.99% Uptime
Your site stays online, even during traffic spikes.