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How to host a website: a beginner's guide
Domain, hosting, SSL and WordPress explained in plain words, so you can put your first website online today.
KingOps Team 5 min read
Putting a website online needs three things: a domain, hosting and your website files. Here is how they fit together.
1. Get a domain
The domain is your address, such as yourbrand.com. Choose something short and easy to spell. Some KingOps web hosting plans include a free domain for the first year.
2. Choose hosting
Hosting is the computer that stores your site and sends it to visitors. Look for:
- NVMe storage for fast loading;
- free SSL so your site uses HTTPS;
- daily backups;
- e-mail accounts on your domain.
3. Build your website
The easiest way is WordPress, which powers a large part of the web. Install it in one click from the panel, pick a theme and start adding pages. Prefer code? Upload your HTML, CSS and JavaScript with the file manager.
4. Connect the domain
Point your domain to your hosting by changing its DNS records. The panel shows you exactly which records to add.
5. Keep it secure
Update WordPress and plugins regularly, use strong passwords and keep backups. With these basics your site stays fast, secure and online.
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